Graffiti Offenses and Penalties in New Jersey
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Graffiti Offenses and Penalties in New Jersey

December 28, 2021

If you have been charged with graffiti under the New Jersey vandalism law, you will need excellent representation in court to minimize or avoid many consequences, including jail time. What are Graffiti Charges in New Jersey? Spraying graffiti on any surface other than something you own outright is a criminal mischief offense in New Jersey. If you’re caught, charges can be brought against you, and you could end up with a criminal record. This will have harsh consequences on your […]

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The Repercussions of Criminal Trespassing in New Jersey
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The Repercussions of Criminal Trespassing in New Jersey

November 29, 2021

In New Jersey, trespassing is a criminal offense. Yet, it isn’t simply going on someone else’s property without permission. So what is criminal trespassing, what do you do if someone has trespassed on your property, and how do you navigate the legal system if you have been charged with trespassing? What Constitutes Trespassing in New Jersey? According to NJSA 2C:18-3, trespassing can be considered a serious offense. In New Jersey, crimes are not considered misdemeanors or felonies. Instead, they are […]

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Criminal Coercion and its Implications in New Jersey

November 14, 2021

Learn About Criminal Coercion and how it is handled in the State of New Jersey Criminal coercion is against the law in New Jersey, and you could face steep fines and even jail time if you are convicted.  But what is coercion?  It is the restriction of another to engage or not engage in actions by using threats.  Coercion is making someone comply with your wishes at a penalty of risk to themselves or their reputation. There are several components […]

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Understanding Marital Tort Claims in a Divorce

November 9, 2021

If you are handling the divorce process and on top of that you have been abused or subject to misconduct by your spouse, you might be entitled to seek compensation for your damages. All too often problems arise during a marriage that leads to a divorce. A culmination of events and emotional isolation a person feels are common catalysts in seeking a divorce.  As divorce attorneys, we regularly see a husband or wife discount or downplay the severity of the […]

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Harsh Realities and Serious Criminal Penalties for Joyriding in New Jersey

October 25, 2021

Joyriding, though it may sound like an innocent act, carries serious legal consequences for those charged in NJ. Despite sounding adventurous, joyriding is a serious crime that is classified as an indictable offense (felony) in New Jersey. As a form of automotive theft that does not inflict injury to others and is not intended to permanently deprive the owner of their automobile, depending on the circumstances, it may be considered a third or fourth degree felony crime. A significant difference […]

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