Regardless of the reason for your interaction with the police, you have rights. An officer may suspect you of a crime, but he or she cannot treat you differently or strip you of your rights for any reason. According to the FBI, when an officer deprives a person of his...
Civil Rights Violations
Are no-knock warrants valid in New Jersey?
When law enforcement officials suspect illegal activity, they engage in various investigative practices to search and examine the circumstances. However, these practices are often intrusive or startling. Citizens of New Jersey have specific rights when it comes to law...
Housing discrimination is a violation of your civil rights
Looking for a new place to rent in New Jersey may fill you with uncertainty and stress. Finding out that a landlord has denied your application because of your race may only exacerbate the frustration you feel. Knowing what housing discrimination looks like can help...