In a prior post, we highlighted the U.S. Supreme Court’s landmark decision regarding the search of cellular phones and electronic tablets. Essentially, police had been conducting unauthorized searches of these devices upon arresting a suspect, and using the...
The U.S. Supreme Court made another important ruling regarding privacy rights. This time it ruled unanimously that police officers needed search warrants before they could go through a suspect’s cell phone or tablet to look for additional information upon the...
It can be difficult to remember in some cases that people who have been accused of crimes are not automatically guilty of them. They have the right to present a defense against the criminal charges they face, regardless of the kind of charges they are or the media...
Depending on the circumstances, it can take several years for a case involving a violent crime to make its way to trial. This might be especially true if a suspect is unable to be reached for long periods of time. While fleeing after being charged isn't an automatic...
It's important for New Jersey residents to know that being charged with a serious crime is not the end of the world. Even in the face of seemingly definitive evidence, with the right legal advice, people facing serious criminal charges may be able to avoid a jail...
There is a big difference between actions and words. Many of us say things we never intend to follow through on -- we're just trying to make a statement. However, there is a time and a place for strong words. Saying them to the wrong people could result in someone...
Being charged with burglary and theft is not something to be taken lightly. It doesn't matter if there doesn't seem to be a victim in the case; funds that have been received through apparently illicit means are cause enough for charges to be filed. This is what one...
There are many ways to incur the wrath of the justice system in New Jersey. And being charged with state crimes is one thing, but being accused of crimes relating to federal programs is another one entirely. Criminal charges brought against a public official who is...
Some people believe in a political cause so deeply that they are willing to risk arrest and criminal charges to express their views. While their actions are usually relatively minor, prosecutors sometimes seek to make an "example" of those who practice civil...
"The camera doesn't lie." In this age of digital image alteration, this adage does not always apply. But when it comes to dashboard cameras, sometimes the objectivity of the video footage contradicts the false claims of the police, causing criminal charges against a...
