Category: Criminal Defense
NJ Lawmakers Propose Panel to Review Possible Wrongful Convictions
How many people are wrongfully convicted each year?
Over two million Americans are currently behind bars, representing the world’s highest incarceration rate. It is difficult to accurately calculate how many of those in jail actually committed the crimes of which they were convicted. One study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences... Continue reading…Defending Against Weapons Charges in New Jersey
What are the penalties for being convicted of a weapons charge?
New Jersey strictly enforces its numerous gun and weapons laws. Conviction for a weapons offense can lead to stiff penalties, including prison time. Gun charges can be secondary crimes that exacerbate the punishment of the main crime, such as possession of...
Continue reading…Motions to Suppress Evidence in New Jersey
What are the grounds for suppressing evidence in New Jersey?
If you are facing criminal charges and have concerns about some of the evidence that the state intends to use against you, you may wish to have the evidence suppressed or deemed inadmissible in court. To successfully move to have evidence excluded, you will need...
Continue reading…Reexamining Discovery Rules in NJ and Across the Country
When must prosecutors turn over evidence to defendants in New Jersey?
If you have been charged with a crime, you are entitled to receive certain kinds of evidence and information. Generally, a defendant has the right to receive evidence held by the prosecution before trial. This is known as discovery, and the...
Continue reading…The Dangers of Fingerprint Evidence
Is fingerprint evidence reliable?
Crime scene investigators have long relied on fingerprint evidence to uncover who committed a crime. Fingerprint evidence is widely regarded as powerful evidence because all of us carry around a unique pattern of swirls and ridges on each of our fingers. Despite the widespread use of fingerprint evidence in...
Continue reading…The True Consequences of a Felony Conviction
How might being convicted of a felony affect my future?
A felony is a serious offense that could impact your freedom and your future. While most people charged with a felony recognize that they could face imprisonment, they might not realize the other collateral consequences to a felony conviction....
Continue reading…Dangers of Speaking to the Police Without Your Lawyer
Why is it so important for me to request a lawyer before making statements to the police?
Tiger Woods’ high-profile arrest has captured the attention of the nation, but his decision to make a statement to the police and the public concerning his arrest could lead to significant legal...
Continue reading…Defending Against Theft Charges in New Jersey
What penalties could I face if I am convicted of theft in New Jersey?
Theft in New Jersey is a serious offense that could result in years of imprisonment and hefty fines. Potential penalties for a theft crime will depend on the value of the property taken. Anyone accused of theft in...
Continue reading…NJ High Court Holds Prosecutors Must Provide More Evidence During Bail Hearing
What evidence must prosecutors present to detain a defendant on bail?
The New Jersey Supreme Court issued an important ruling concerning the state’s new bail system. In a 5-2 ruling, the high court upheld a lower court’s decision ordering prosecutors to provide witness statements and other evidence against a defendant accused of...
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