The Covid-19 pandemic abruptly shut down all New Jersey courts in March 2020. The wheels of justice screeched to a halt and all municipal, criminal and civil proceedings were put on hold for the health crisis. This left the courthouse doors closed for all litigants in New Jersey. No in-person proceedings where permitted and the «more»
A disorderly persons offense is the type of criminal charge in the New Jersey legal system that would in many other states be classified as a misdemeanor; a step below a felony charge in severity, but still carrying the potential for jail time, fines, and a criminal record that can impact a person’s professional and «more»
Traditions and rituals form the framework on which culture rests; they foster and reinforce group identity and create continuity with the past. But not all rituals and traditions are valuable, acceptable, or safe. Hazing rituals, often associated with college fraternities and school sports teams, are generally humiliating, often dangerous, and – as the 2017 death «more»
Resisting Arrest Charges in NJ If you fail to go quietly along with police officers when they are trying to arrest you, it is considered ‘resisting arrest.’ These charges often come about through a misunderstanding, but the penalties for this charge in New Jersey can be quite severe. If you are convicted of this charge, «more»
The NJ Supreme Court Order The New Jersey Supreme Court issued an order on March 22, 2020, which allowed the suspension or termination of county jail sentences for many inmates. This order was entered after an agreement was reached between the New Jersey Attorney General, the ACLU, the County Prosecutors, and the Public Defender. As «more»
On March 21, 2020, New Jersey’s governor signed an Order requiring everyone to stay at home in order to stop the spread of COVID-19 and to “flatten the curve.” This means that everyone must stay home and quarantine, unless they need essential services, medical attention, or are employed as essential workers for NJ. «more»
No one is required to hire a lawyer to appear for your case in municipal court. However, many traffic and criminal offenses carry serious penalties. You should always consult with an attorney to discuss the penalties you may face before you appear in municipal court. Just like you would never operate on yourself if you «more»
If you or a family member are facing an investigation for criminal charges or even arrested and charged with a criminal offense – you need legal representation. The Constitution guarantees you the right to an attorney of your choice. In order to assess your rights and all potential defenses, you will need to consult with «more»
I represented a person who was stopped by police without a search warrant and without any reasonable suspicion. The police stopped my client while he was just standing on the sidewalk. They did not observe him engage in any illegal or criminal activity. When my client started to walk away, four police officers approached him «more»
One of the greatest protections in our Constitution is the right for every person to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. This means that the police cannot search your home, your car, or your person, without a search warrant. In certain situations, police can conduct a search without a search warrant, but these searches «more»
