Posted by Scott Gorman - July 17, 2020
In New Jersey, a DUI charge can lead to jail time, fines, loss of driving privileges, and other penalties. Avoiding these penalties requires a strategic defense, and it is important to work with an experienced Essex County DUI attorney to determine … Continued
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What if I Got a DUI During New Jersey’s “Stay-at-Home” Order?
Posted by Scott Gorman - June 30, 2020
Like most other governors around the country, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy issued a “stay-at-home” order in response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. While the order was in effect, it prohibited travel for most purposes, with exceptions for picking … Continued
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Been Accused of Domestic Violence During the COVID-19 Crisis?
Posted by Scott Gorman - June 16, 2020
If you have been accused of domestic violence during the COVID-19 crisis, you are not alone. According to The Economist, while overall crime rates have fallen by as much as 25 percent in major cities during the crisis, reports of … Continued
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Is the COVID-19 Crisis Impacting NJ Domestic Violence Prosecutions?
Posted by Scott Gorman - May 29, 2020
At this point, just about everything has been impacted by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in one way or another. Many businesses are closed or operating at limited capacity, many students are starting the fall semester at home, and the … Continued
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Are New Jersey’s Criminal Courts Open During Coronavirus Pandemic?
Posted by Scott Gorman - May 15, 2020
The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has impacted virtually all aspects of life in New Jersey. As a result of Governor Murphy’s “stay-at-home” order and the federal government’s social distancing guidelines, the state’s economy largely shut down, and, although many businesses … Continued
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Follow the Rules: New Jersey’s Stay at Home Order Means Stay at Home
Posted by Scott Gorman - April 24, 2020
By now, we all know that Governor Murphy has ordered all New Jersey residents to hunker down at home. We can still run out to essential businesses to pick up goodies like prescription medication, wine, and guns, although you’ll need … Continued
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Recent Changes to New Jersey’s Driving While Intoxicated Penalties
Posted by Scott Gorman - February 4, 2020
Driving while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a serious criminal offense in New Jersey. Driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges have significant legal and financial consequences, including loss of driving privileges, fines and jail time. Not … Continued
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Domestic Violence: What Do We Do When the Victim is a Man?
Posted by Scott Gorman - May 10, 2019
Recently, a story broke about a New Jersey councilwoman who is being accused of beating her husband over the head with a broomstick and a cookbook. The councilwoman also allegedly bit her husband’s arm. The story was not just carried … Continued
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Municipal Prosecutors Can Drop Marijuana Charges. But Will They?
Posted by Scott Gorman - September 28, 2018
On July 20th, New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal asked municipal prosecutors across the state to put a hold on cases involving possession of a small amount of marijuana. Grewal asked for six weeks to provide further guidance as to … Continued
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Why Can I Be Punished for Not Providing Evidence?
Posted by Scott Gorman - September 14, 2018
In New Jersey, once you drive your car on a public road or in a place like a commercial parking lot, you have given your consent to provide breath samples if a police officer believes you might be drunk. This … Continued
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