A New Jersey Invasion of Privacy Lawyer will tell you that every now and then most of us forget that a stranger’s personal matters can be highly sensitive. We are all affected by curiosity and New Jersey Invasion of Privacy laws, making it likely that most of us will snoop into someone else’s business from...
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Conditional Dismissal – New Program for New Jersey First time Offenders on Criminal Charges
First time offenders now have new option in New Jersey with the new Conditional Dismissal program for minor offenses in municipal court. The new law establishes a conditional dismissal program in the municipal courts for eligible first-time defendants charged with certain disorderly persons offenses. The program compliments existing criminal justice diversion programs such as pretrial...
New Jersey Expungement — Clearing Your Record
Having an arrest or conviction on your record can lead to many headaches down the road. Applying to schools and searching for jobs is much tougher for those with a criminal record, even if the offense was something as trivial as violating a municipal ordinance (littering, loud noise disturbances, etc). Fortunately, New Jersey allows certain...
Eligibile for New Jersey Drug Court – Another Way Out Without Going In
Regardless of a recent groundswell of support for the legalization of marijuana, in most states possession and sale of illegal drugs carries harsh penalties, not the least of which include prison sentences. Possessing up to 50 grams of marijuana is considered a disorderly persons offense under statute 2C:35-10(a)(4) and can land a person up to...
Understanding New Jersey Juvenile Prosecution – Juvenile Criminal Law in the County Courts
There are a number of differences between juveniles and adults when it comes to the court process. In New Jersey the County has jurisdiction over all juveniles within that county. Therefore, all criminal juvenile delinquent cases are heard at the Superior Court level in the County Court. In juvenile court what is typically called a...
New Jersey Intensive Supervision Program: A Possible Alternative to Prison
To deal with the problem of overcrowding in prisons New Jersey created an Intensive Supervision Program (ISP). The ISP is an intermediate type of punishment that is harsher than just probation, but not as harsh as actual prison. New Jersey’s ISP gives certain offenders that have been sentenced to state prison the chance to work...
Understanding New Jersey Self Defense Law – 2C:3-4 The Use of Force in Self-Protection
In light of the Trayvon Martin tragedy and the subsequent trial of George Zimmerman, understanding self defense is a hot button topic not just in Florida, but nationwide. Understanding how self-defense is implemented can mean the difference between an acquittal or a long prison sentence. 2C:3-4 – The use of force in self-protection Under New...
Failure to Appear in Court in New Jersey (Court Rule 7:8-9)
New Jersey assigns strict penalties for individuals who do not show up on their court date. Missing a court date can be due to any number of unexpected occurrences. It is a problem that many New Jersey residents might encounter, so an understanding of the court rule is important to ensuring minimal legal trouble in...
Understanding Your Rights with a Drug Arrest. Conditional Discharge in NJ Section 36 (2C:36A-1).
If you are a first time offender in New Jersey you need to understand your rights. You may be eligible for what is called a “conditional discharge.” This is an excellent option for your lawyer to look into in your case. The statute may allow you to enter into a diversionary program specifically developed for...
What is a Pre-Indictment Conference in New Jersey Criminal Court?
Have you or someone you know been arrested or charged with a crime and are scheduled for a pre-indictment conference in New Jersey Criminal Court? For a free consultation please do not hesitate to call Corey P. Morano, Esq. at 201-598-5019 or email me at [email protected]. After and arrest on an indictable offense and sometimes...
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