When a New Jersey resident has charged with a crime they do have options. Depending on the situation, plea bargaining is one of them. There are different areas of negotiation for a plea bargain. Understanding plea bargains A plea bargain is an opportunity offered to a...
Most New Jersey residents think of Miranda rights by what they see on TV shows, but that doesn't reflect reality. If you’ve been arrested, you should know when they apply. Understanding your Miranda rights Miranda rights are a set of rights you have when you are...
People don't always end up in court when charged with a crime in New Jersey. Sometimes, their criminal defense attorney and the prosecutor can work out a deal that they believe has better odds for the defendant than what a judge or jury would likely give them....
Impersonating another person could leave someone facing felony charges related to identity theft. Often, identity thieves pretend to be another person to gain financial benefits illegally. However, other factors may motivate the behavior, such as impersonating someone...
When you think of robbery in New Jersey, you might think of taking something that doesn't belong to you. This is only half of the definition as robbery also typically involves violence or the threat of violence when the crime is committed. Details of the charge...
There are many myths and misconceptions about what it takes to be convicted of burglary. Some people think that as long as they don't break into a home or business, they can't be charged with burglary. Others believe that any theft from a building, no matter how it's...
Getting charged for a DUI in New Jersey can be intimidating. Even people who are innocent sometimes feel pressured to take a plea deal. However, the more you know about your legal rights, the better equipped you will be to defend your case. Police must act lawfully...
In 1995, New Jersey passed a "three strikes" law mandating a life sentence to defendants who are repeatedly convicted of certain violent crimes. According to a February 2022 ruling by the state's Supreme Court, crimes committed by juveniles can be counted as "strikes"...
All professionals make mistakes, but when a police officer commits an error, the consequences could take someone's freedom away. A person frightened after an arrest on false charges could make an equally false confession, leading to jail time. Or, a civil lawsuit for...
It has been said that the eyes don't lie, but when it comes to eyewitness testimony in New Jersey, the outcome is not always crystal clear. When eyewitnesses are asked to choose suspects from a criminal lineup, there are factors other than their ability to recall...