You may expect New Year’s Eve to be the worst night when it comes to drunk driving. After all, many people ring in the New Year will a few drinks. Surprisingly, the night of the year that sees the most DWI charges is not even a holiday. Instead, it is the night before Thanksgiving. While […]
Read MoreMost people are unaware of the differences between theft, robbery, larceny, and burglary. While they may seem interchangeable, they are actually all different crimes and they carry vastly different charges. To learn more about theft and how it can be upgraded to robbery, read on. What are the Consequences of Theft in New Jersey? Theft […]
Read MoreNew Jersey residents have voted to legalize marijuana. In fact, 66.91% of New Jerseyians voted in favor of legalizing weed. But, just because NJ residents have voted to legalize weed, doesn’t mean that it is automatically legal. Read on to learn more about the changes that may be made in the coming months. Can I […]
Read MoreCOVID-19 has impacted us all in some way or another, and the prison system is no exception. New Jersey prisons were drastically impacted by COVID-19. In fact, according to The Marshall Project, New Jersey prisons have the highest coronavirus death rate in the nation. As a result, new legislature has been passed, allowing some inmates […]
Read MoreNew Jersey Governor Murphy recently signed three criminal justice bills. These are all focused on sentencing reform, stemming from the recommendations made by the Criminal Sentencing and Disposition Commission’s November 2019 report. The bills were signed in order to establish a compassionate release program for inmates diagnosed with a “grave medical condition,” add a defendant’s […]
Read MoreIn order to fly on a plane or enter certain federal facilities in the United States, the government requires individuals to have a certain form of identification. As of today’s date, this includes either a regular driver’s license or a passport. However, it was announced in 2019 that these laws would change and require individuals […]
Read MoreThe state of New Jersey passed the Prevention of Domestic Violence Act in 1991 in order to protect victims of abuse throughout the state. This includes all individuals in different domestic relationships, whether they are married, separated, or divorced. It also includes individuals living together, dating, or who share children together. While many of these […]
Read MoreIt is a very serious offense to be charged with drug possession in New Jersey. These convictions can result in lifetime consequences. The exact consequences that a person may face can vary depending on the circumstances surrounding the offense. This can include the type of drug and the amount in their possession. Continue reading below […]
Read MoreWhen a person is convicted of a DWI in New Jersey, they can face very serious consequences. This can include fines, surcharges, mandatory attendance at alcohol education courses, and jail time. Depending on the situation, the court may also require an ignition interlock device to be installed in the driver’s vehicle. Continue reading below to […]
Read MoreDuring the outbreak of the Coronavirus, Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) agencies throughout New Jersey were closed for months. When agencies reopened on July 7, drivers began lining up the night before to be there for the opening the next day. As a result, workers are processing up to 272,000 transactions every week, causing long lines. […]
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