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If you’re subpoenaed to provide testimony in a criminal case – maybe one involving a relative or friend – it’s critical to understand your legal options and the potential criminal consequences you might face if you provide less-than-truthful testimony. You likely...
Humans like to believe they have near-perfect recall and infallible memories. The truth is that memories are subject to multiple influences. So, how does that affect statements from eyewitnesses? Hollywood versus reality The pivotal scene in many courtroom dramas is...
Undercover law enforcement officers and civilian confidential informants (CIs) often work to get evidence on those they suspect to be engaged in criminal activity. Sometimes they’ll infiltrate a group under the guise of wanting to be part of the criminal activity....
Attempted homicide or attempted murder as defined in the New Jersey state criminal code can lead to very serious consequences. The penalties could include between five and 15 years in prison for second-degree charges or life in prison for first-degree charges....
A police officer has no legal obligation to be honest with a suspect. When conducting an interview, it is often legal for the officer to lie. This comes as a surprise to many people, who naturally assume that the police need to operate within certain legal guidelines....
Sexual assault is one of the most sensitive charges in New Jersey and the country. The state defines this charge as any sexual act perpetrated against someone's will, including nonconsensual sex acts (rape), attempted nonconsensual sex acts and unwanted touching....
Kidnapping is a serious crime both at the state and federal level. Basically, this is a crime that involves the removing, transporting and holding another person against their will. In New Jersey, a conviction for kidnapping – whether in the first or second degree –...
Virtual kidnapping is nothing new. However, the increasing access to artificial intelligence (AI) has added a whole new level to it. First, let’s look at what virtual kidnapping is. It typically involves tricking someone into believing that a loved one has been...
The police can arrest someone when they have probable cause, which typically means an articulable suspicion that criminal activity has occurred. However, prosecutors will not be able to file charges if probable cause is all that officers can attest to. The state...
If you have been charged with a crime, the prosecution has the burden of proof to prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. However, a principle can affect how your defense is conducted, known as the Brady Precedent. In this blog post, we'll explore how Brady...
