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Maybe you’ve heard this before (and maybe you haven’t), but a lot of attorneys believe that many criminal cases can be won or lost in voir dire. Voir dire is the term used for the jury selection process. Specifically, it’s the process of weeding out biased would-be...
If you’re charged with assault, your career and personal life can be ruined. In New Jersey, even a simple assault charge could mean jail time of up to six months and a fine of $1,000. There are other penalties for an assault charge, including probation, restitution to...
Committing a serious drug crime in New Jersey comes with dire consequences. For instance, if you possess any illicit drugs like cocaine or heroin, you’ll owe up to $35,000 and go to prison for three to years. (This penalty also applies if you have unauthorized...
When most people think of kidnapping, they picture something they’ve seen in the movies. A child predator or sex trafficker scoops up a child and whisks them away in a windowless van -- or, maybe someone takes the child or other loved one of a wealthy person and holds...
How long do authorities have to process DNA evidence in a criminal case before a person can no longer be prosecuted based on that evidence? That was the question at the heart of a New Jersey Supreme Court ruling last month that reversed the conviction of a man who had...
It wasn’t the most controversial or widely covered decision handed down at the end of the U.S. Supreme Court’s term last month. However, a decision regarding Miranda rights still got a lot of people’s attention – and caused some confusion. Let’s sort out what the...
Murder is one of the most serious crimes a person can be arrested and charged with. While someone facing this charge may be unsure what to do next or feel they won’t be able to build a viable defense, this isn’t always true. Keep in mind that failure to act can result...
Movies and TV shows may have you believe that a person's whole defense to their criminal charges can crumble due to the claim that an eyewitness saw the defendant commit the crime. However, there is proof that eyewitness testimonies aren't as reliable as some people...
If you are charged and convicted of the sexual assault of a child, you will face many consequences. Along with the public knowledge of your crime, you also must deal with things like Megan’s Law. It is smart to explore your legal options to ensure your rights are...
Most people who must engage in a violent act of self-defense would never have expected to do so. Their actions are the outcome of a serious, dangerous situation that left them afraid for their lives or the safety of other people. Although using physical force against...
