Arraignments, Understanding Their Role In Criminal Cases

June 12, 2021

An arraignment occurs when the government declares the offenses or crimes you are accused of. An arraignment is a rather straightforward process. The judge first reads out your criminal charges and then asks whether you plead guilty or not guilty. Either way, the defense attorney will typically enter a not guilty plea for you. Arraignments for misdemeanor charges take place on the first court appearance. On the other hand, arraignments for actual felonies (in New Jersey) occur after the indictment. […]

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Resisting Arrest Charges in New Jersey
Posted in: Criminal Law

What to do when Charged with Resisting Arrest in NJ

May 27, 2021

To ensure that your best interests are protected if you have been charged with resisting arrest, you must seek the support of a qualified criminal defense attorney. Resisting arrest is a serious offense in New Jersey. If the police have charged you with resisting an arrest, you must seek the support of a criminal defense attorney. A criminal defense lawyer will protect your rights by ensuring that they are present before speaking to any officials. The right to remain silent […]

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Can I Get Felony, Indictments & Other Criminal Records Expunged in NJ?

April 30, 2021

Expungement and Other Criminal-Related Issues in Passaic County and Northern NJ traffic ticket attorney. Depending on your situation, there may be options available to help you reduce the impact of your New Jersey criminal past and clean your public record of a felony offense or expunge minor offenses such as marijuana possession, shoplifting, underage drug offense, resisting arrest, or being disorderly. Last year, the New Jersey legislature’s “Clean Slate” petition process has made second chances simpler to obtain. If you or someone you know […]

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How Do Bail and Bonds Work in New Jersey?
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How Do Bail and Bonds Work in New Jersey?

April 20, 2021

Skilled Attorney Dealing with Criminal Law Related Issues Serving Clients in Monmouth and Ocean County, NJ If you have been arrested in New Jersey, you and your family will likely be concerned about getting you out of jail until you are tried. Fortunately, the bail and bond processes in the state are reasonably straightforward. To get out of jail, you must secure bail payment within 12 hours from the time the arrest is officially booked at the station, at which […]

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New Jersey becomes the 14th state to legalize the recreational use of marijuana

April 10, 2021

Passaic County Criminal Law Attorneys helping people in towns such as Wayne, Paterson, Clifton, Woodland Park, and across Northern NJ Governor Phil Murphy signed a group of laws enacting the legalization of marijuana back on February 22, 2021. More than two-thirds of New Jersey voters approved the ballot measure, thus having New Jersey become the 14th state to legalize the recreational use of marijuana. Over the months following the ballot approval, and while the new law details are still being […]

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