Spitting on Someone: The Connection to Assault in NJ
December 30, 2024
Why You May be Arrested for Spitting on Someone in New Jersey Spitting on someone is a clear sign of anger, while the reasons for such conduct vary depending on the circumstances. Intentionally spitting on someone is seen as an act of aggression under New Jersey law, meant to evoke fear or disgust in the victim. Since bodily fluids may contain disease, the person being spit on may have justifiable fear for their safety in addition to shame and repulsion. Though a person may not ... Read More»
Unpacking Mistrials in NJ Criminal Proceedings
December 23, 2024
Fundamentals of a Criminal Mistrial in New Jersey Criminal trials in New Jersey are complex, some more than others. Most occur with both sides presenting their arguments and evidence, questioning and cross-examining witnesses, and preparing and executing all of the necessary steps from beginning to end, at which point the jury deliberates and verdict is rendered. However, some cases end in a mistrial. Virtually anything that creates an unfair trial or places the integrity of ... Read More»
Distinguishing Between Sealing and Expunging a Criminal Record in New Jersey
December 15, 2024
Criminal Records Sealing vs. Expungement in NJ: Understanding How they Differ A criminal record can hinder you in many ways. Even a single criminal conviction can interfere with your ability to get employment, housing, education, loans, and professional licensing. Furthermore, you may encounter challenges related to traveling, getting firearms, obtaining child custody rights, and issues with your immigration status. Your criminal history can make a future harder to pursue in the ... Read More»
Meaning and Implications of Strong-Arm Robbery Charges
December 7, 2024
Bank robbery and street robbery are familiar terms to most in New Jersey. You may envision a group of individuals holding up the teller at a bank, or someone pulling a gun or wielding a knife and robbing another on the street of their wallet, watch, or other valuables. However, you may not know about "strong-arm robbery," a type of crime that is accomplished without a gun or another weapon. Regardless of whether you have been accused of using or wielding a weapon during a robbery offense, ... Read More»
Examining the Use of Technology in Criminal Defense Lawyers’ Practices
November 25, 2024
What Part Do Tech Advances Play in Criminal Defense? As society changes at breakneck speed with the advancement of technology, all areas of daily life are connected through social media, digitalization, and computer software, to name a few significant technological spaces. Criminal defense work is one area where technology plays a huge role in expanding investigative and informational spaces. New tools in criminal defense allow lawyers and clients to expedite communication and case ... Read More»
Essentials of New Jersey’s Three Strikes Rule
November 16, 2024
As in baseball, three strikes in the criminal arena can mean that a convicted felon is out. In criminal law, three strikes refer to criminal convictions. Many states enacted three-strikes laws to deter repeat offenders from re-offending and secure public safety. New Jersey has a three-strikes law, which is modeled after the federal law punishing dangerous repeat offenders with lifetime incarceration. New Jersey passed the Persistent Offender Accountability Act in 1995, its version of the ... Read More»