Posted by Scott Gorman - July 30, 2021
If your child has been detained on juvenile charges in New Jersey, it will be important for you to speak with a Morristown juvenile lawyer about your child’s situation. The initial stages of your child’s case will move quickly; and, … Continued
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What Happens if You Violate a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in NJ?
Posted by Scott Gorman - July 16, 2021
When someone accuses you of domestic violence, you will typically have a restraining order entered against you. The New Jersey police and family law courts take all allegations of domestic violence very seriously, and you can have a temporary restraining … Continued
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5 Tips for Avoiding a New Jersey DUI This Summer
Posted by Scott Gorman - June 30, 2021
It’s summer, and that means it’s party time for many New Jersey residents. It also means that the police will be out in full force patrolling for drunk drivers. If you plan on partying this summer, here are five tips … Continued
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When Can the Police Seize Drugs Without a Warrant in New Jersey?
Posted by Scott Gorman - June 16, 2021
When the police make an arrest on suspicion of drug possession, distribution or manufacturing, they will typically seize any evidence they can find in the vicinity. In many cases, they will do so without a warrant. While the Fourth Amendment … Continued
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What is a Conditional Discharge in a New Jersey Drug Crime Case?
Posted by Scott Gorman - May 28, 2021
When facing a drug charge in New Jersey, there are several potential defenses available. However, it still won’t be possible to use these defenses to avoid a conviction in many cases. Prosecutors will have the evidence they need, and even … Continued
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7 Defenses to Drug Crimes in New Jersey
Posted by Scott Gorman - May 14, 2021
Drug crimes carry serious penalties in New Jersey. If you have been charged with possession, manufacturing, trafficking, sale or distribution, you could be facing substantial fines and months or years behind bars. However, there are several possible defenses to drug … Continued
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5 Mistakes to Avoid When Facing Criminal Charges in New Jersey
Posted by Scott Gorman - April 30, 2021
When you are facing a criminal charge in New Jersey, every step you take matters. While you may be at risk for substantial fines and jail time, you may also be able to avoid these consequences – or at least … Continued
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What Can Happen if You Don’t Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney
Posted by Scott Gorman - April 16, 2021
If you are facing a criminal charge in New Jersey and you are thinking about trying to defend yourself in court, you need to read this article first. Trying to defend yourself is extremely risky—and this is true whether you … Continued
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Charged with a Crime in Essex County? Important Info if Innocent
Posted by Scott Gorman - March 31, 2021
If you have been charged with a crime and you are innocent, you are not alone. Wrongful convictions are alarmingly common, and far more people escape conviction after being accused of crimes they did not commit. Unfortunately, simply being innocent … Continued
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Fighting a DUI in Morristown if Your BAC Was 0.08 or Above
Posted by Scott Gorman - March 19, 2021
In New Jersey, it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 or above. This is known as a per se DUI, and prosecutors do not need evidence of impairment to win a conviction. If your … Continued
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