Maintaining Your Innocence
Road rage is making the news again due to new research into the phenomenon that shows where and when most attacks are likely to happen. It probably doesn’t surprise most drivers that the most likely time for an incident of road rage is at the end of the day between 4PM-6PM (especially on Fridays) when tried workers are trying to make an often frustrating commute home. While most incidents probably never go past some angry gestures and a few rants on social media, others escalate into criminal acts. Read More»
If you have been charged with a DWI, your upcoming court date is something that needs to be taken seriously. You and your DWI attorney might be working to fight charges or plead down your case to a lesser offense, but your actions in court will hold weight as well. Here are four tips to get yourself ready for court and put your best foot forward.
1. Be on Time Read More»
Life may get a little easier for nonviolent offenders in New Jersey who’ve managed to complete their court-ordered rehabilitation or drug counseling. A new law took effect in April 2016, that allows more people to apply for (and get) an expungement of their criminal record. Learn more about what this could mean for you if you have a criminal record in New Jersey.
What is expungement?
Expungement is a court-ordered process that lets you seal your criminal record and wipe the slate clean. Read More»
If you are out in public while you are intoxicated, you might soon find yourself in the back of a police car. While this is usually a minor crime, you should still be aware of the potential consequences of your arrest and what the next steps are. Here are some things to know about being arrested for public intoxication.
Arrests Are Usually the Result of a Disturbance
While some states do have laws about the simple act of being in a public place and clearly under the influence, often this is not enough to arrest you. Read More»
One common issue that’s often brought up during the appeal of a criminal conviction is that of “ineffective counsel.” In order to be a successful basis for appeal, however, there are some pretty stringent requirements that have to be met. If you’re considering an appeal based on the ineffective assistance of your trial attorney, this is what you need to understand.
How does the law view your right to a defense? Read More»
