Criminal Defense

Stealing is wrong. It’s one of the first things you learn when you’re old enough to understand the concept. Taking someone else’s toys and crayons at the childhood level or escalating to property or money or vehicles in adulthood—we know … Continued

Bail is a central plot point in TV and movie crime dramas, but it’s always discussed in generic terms: “making bail,” “denied bail,” “the bail is excessively high,” etc. For the average viewer, it may not really matter, but if … Continued

The responses for fight or flight are very deeply embedded in the human instinct, and sometimes, when we are faced with fear or danger, it’s easy to give in to the instinct to run away. The flight instinct can also … Continued

If criminal charges have been filed against you, you probably think you’re in a very tight spot. However, the protections of the United States justice system ensure that you have a chance at a fair trial, as well as the … Continued

Most people aren’t too familiar with the New Jersey court system and how criminal cases work, but knowing how to prepare for a court date can make a huge difference in how your case is handled. If you’re facing criminal … Continued

A charge for disorderly conduct can cover a myriad of criminal acts, from a rowdy bar fight to indecent behavior in a public place. Because the phrase “disorderly conduct” is used to describe and charge so many different types of … Continued

If you have been charged with a crime in New Jersey, you’ll probably have to wait for a significant period of time between being charged and going to trial. Depending on the nature of your crime, you could be held … Continued

Last Christmas, drones were a popular gift option and many news outlets carried stories of people learning how to use the devices to their full advantage. Although drones are still relatively new in terms of public use, the statistics from … Continued

Each state has its own set of laws and standards when it comes to allowing residents to carry weapons, especially personal firearms. In most states, a concealed carry permit is required to have your firearm hidden on your person, meaning … Continued

Addiction is a compulsive behavior and breaking an addiction requires significant willpower, as well as repeated actions designed to counteract the compulsions that lead to a specific behavior. Recovering alcoholics attend AA meetings, avoid bars and drinking in social situations, … Continued