A restraining order in New Jersey is a court order, not simply an agreement between two people. Violating its terms can lead to an immediate arrest and a separate criminal contempt charge, even if the person protected by the order initiated the contact or no violence...
Driving while suspended is one of the most common charges heard in New Jersey Municipal Court. Many people are surprised by how serious it can become. What may seem like a routine traffic stop can lead to fines, additional suspension, higher insurance costs, and in...
A criminal charge in New Jersey Municipal Court can be stressful, especially for someone who has never been in trouble before. Even a lower-level charge can raise serious concerns about jail, fines, probation, employment, background checks, school, immigration...
Harassment is one of the most common charges heard in New Jersey Municipal Court. These cases often begin with a dispute between people who know each other: former romantic partners, spouses, neighbors, coworkers, relatives, friends, or people involved in an ongoing...
Summer holiday weekends in New Jersey often mean shore traffic, barbecues, concerts, beach trips, and more late-night driving. They also tend to bring increased DWI enforcement. Around Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, and Labor Day, police departments throughout New...
A Guide to the Most Common Municipal Court Charges in New Jersey — and How to Defend Them Municipal Courts in New Jersey handle a wide range of criminal and traffic-related offenses. While these charges are often considered “lower-level,” they can still carry serious...
New Jersey IID Rules: Who Needs One, How Long It Lasts, and How the Credit System Works If you’ve been charged with a DWI in New Jersey, one of the most important—and often misunderstood—penalties you may face is the Ignition Interlock Device (IID) requirement. In...
If you are stopped for suspected drunk driving in New Jersey, one of the most critical moments in the encounter occurs when the police officer asks you to take a breathalyzer test. Many drivers assume they have the right to refuse, believing that refusing a breath...
A Step-by-Step Guide to Protecting Your Rights and Your Future Being charged with a crime in New Jersey can be one of the most stressful and confusing experiences a person can face. Whether the charge is a DWI, simple assault, drug offense, domestic violence-related...
A Defense Lawyer’s Guide to Charges Like Simple Assault, Harassment, and Criminal Mischief If you’ve been accused of domestic violence in New Jersey, you may be surprised to learn that not all domestic violence charges are handled in Superior Court. Many lower-level...
