Posted by Scott Gorman - September 29, 2023
For many people, their first brush with the law involves being charged with a “disorderly persons offense.” Several crimes are classified as disorderly persons offenses under New Jersey law, and these crimes are considered less serious than “indictable offenses,” which … Continued
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How Do You Prove the Prosecution’s Evidence Is Insufficient in a New Jersey Criminal Case?
Posted by Scott Gorman - August 31, 2023
When you are facing criminal charges in New Jersey, you don’t need to prove that you are innocent to avoid a conviction. Instead, all you need to do is prevent the prosecution from proving your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. … Continued
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What is an “Affirmative Defense” (and How Do You Use One in New Jersey)?
Posted by Scott Gorman - August 17, 2023
If you are facing any type of criminal charge in New Jersey, you need to defend yourself by all means available. A conviction could mean fines and prison time (among other penalties), and having a criminal record will negatively impact … Continued
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How Do You Defend Against a Disorderly Persons Offense in New Jersey?
Posted by Scott Gorman - July 31, 2023
Most people who have a run-in with the law in New Jersey get charged with a disorderly persons offense. These are New Jersey’s lower-level crimes—similar to the “misdemeanor” classification in most other states. But, even though disorderly persons offenses are … Continued
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What are the Risks of Going to Court Without a Lawyer in New Jersey?
Posted by Scott Gorman - June 30, 2023
If you are facing a drug charge, weapon possession charge or any other type of criminal charge in New Jersey, it is important to hire an experienced Morristown criminal attorney. Criminal charges carry steep penalties, and getting convicted in court … Continued
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What to Expect if You Try to Handle Your New Jersey Criminal Case Pro Se
Posted by Scott Gorman - June 16, 2023
If you are facing criminal charges in New Jersey, you have the right to hire an attorney. But you also have the right to represent yourself or handle your case pro se. Before you decide to represent yourself, however, it … Continued
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What is New Jersey’s Statute of Limitations for Criminal Offenses?
Posted by Scott Gorman - May 17, 2023
When you get charged with a crime in New Jersey, it is important to know all of the defenses you have available. Depending on the circumstances of your case, one option may be to assert the statute of limitations. If … Continued
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Report: Police Are Cracking Down on Non-Fatal Gun Violence in New Jersey
Posted by Scott Gorman - September 30, 2022
Police in Morristown and other cities across New Jersey are cracking down on non-fatal gun violence. This is according to a report from New Jersey 101.5, which notes that for years the vast majority of these crimes have gone unreported. … Continued
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Car Theft Can Lead To Multiple Criminal Charges in Morristown, NJ
Posted by Scott Gorman - September 16, 2022
As we recently discussed, the police are cracking down on car theft in Morristown and the surrounding areas. In that article, we discussed the risks of facing prosecution under New Jersey’s theft statute, which include up to a $15,000 fine … Continued
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Police Target Rise in Car Thefts and Home Invasions in Morristown
Posted by Scott Gorman - August 31, 2022
According to a recent news article, police in Morris County are warning residents of Morristown and the surrounding areas to be wary of a rise in car thefts and home invasions. Individuals accused of committing these crimes can expect to … Continued
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