Meaning of Disorderly Persons Offenses vs. Indictable Crimes in New Jersey
January 9, 2022
The New Jersey criminal code classifies offenses as either indictable crimes or disorderly and petty disorderly offenses. The former is a more serious category with varying degrees, while the latter includes lesser criminal offenses. What is an Indictable Crime in NJ? An indictable crime, like murder, drug distribution, or weapons possession, comes with prison time and some formidable fines for the average person. Indictable crimes range from the lowest fourth degree offense to the ... Read More»
Burlington County Prosecutor Charges Husband and Wife in Hit-and-Run
January 6, 2021
The Burlington County Prosecutor's Office has announced the arrest of two individuals for their alleged involvement in a fatal hit-and-run last year. According the a press release, Tonya Brown, 35, is accused of driving an SUV that struck and killed Ronald Zukowski on Dec. 29, 2019, while Mr. Zukowski tried to cross Lakehurst Road near Choctaw Drive. In addition to Mrs. Brown, Victor Brown, 44, is accused of assisting his wife to conceal the evidence of the crime. Investigators were able ... Read More»
Information About Restraining Orders in New Jersey
November 5, 2020
Can Anyone Get a Restraining Order in New Jersey? Not necessarily. Pursuant to the Prevention Against Domestic Violence Act, a "victim" applying for the restraining order must demonstrate that they are have a "domestic relationship" with the defendant and that they are the victim of an “act of domestic violence” from the defendant. The qualify as having a "domestic relationship" with the defendant, the victim must show that they fall under one of three categories listed in N.J.S.A. ... Read More»
Drug Possession Attorneys in Cinnaminson NJ
April 15, 2020
Cinnaminson Township happens to be one of Burlington County's more affluent towns. Given its proximity to metropolitan areas like Philadelphia and Trenton, it is no surprise that Cinnaminson's residential population exceeds nearly 16,000 people. Additionally, with major roadways like Route 130, Route 90, Route 73 and Route 543, Cinnaminson has a great deal of commuter traffic. In an effort to keep the residents and roadways safe, Cinnaminson Township Police remain ultra-vigilgant of any ... Read More»
Assault Defense Attorney for Chesterfield NJ
March 30, 2020
I Was Charged with Assault in Chesterfield, New Jersey Were you charged with Assault? If so, we understand that this entire experience, from being arrested in handcuffs to appearing in court, can be incredibly stressful, embarrassing and difficult. Even worse, depending upon who the victim is, your case may be handled as an act of "domestic violence". This is even further exacerbated by the fact that "acts of domestic violence" are typically issued as a Warrant and may require a formal ... Read More»
Maple Shade High School Teacher Charged With Sexual Assault
September 17, 2019
A Clementon man, who was previously arrested in February, has been indicted by a Burlington County Grand Jury for Sexual Assault. This indicted stems from incidents that allegedly occurred at the Maple Shade High School were the defendant, Mike Kinney, was employed. Mr. Kinney's position with the Maple Shade High School was as a private contractor who provided paraprofessional services to students at the high school as well as coached football. Under the indictment, Mr. Kinney is facing two ... Read More»