Shoplifting may seem like a minor offense, but the consequences of a conviction are often severe and long-lasting. Unfortunately, many people underestimate the significance of these charges until faced with the repercussions. There are several reasons why you should...
Criminal Defense
Witnesses less accurate when making cross-race identifications
Understanding the complex nature of eyewitness identifications is important, especially when it comes to cross-race scenarios. Individuals tend to be less accurate when identifying faces of a race other than their own. Known as the cross-race effect, this phenomenon...
What factors can affect DUI field testing
Driving under the influence is a serious offense, and law enforcement employs various field sobriety tests to determine a driver's level of impairment. However, these tests are not foolproof, and several factors can influence their accuracy. Environmental conditions...
What happens if police arrest your child for drug possession?
The nightmare scenario for many parents is getting that phone call: your child is in trouble with the law. According to the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety, police arrested almost 10,000 juveniles in 2020, and some of those arrests were for drug...
3 FAQs about probation violations
Instead of serving time behind bars, some situations have the right circumstances in which a person may seek probation. Considering that New Jersey had approximately 120,000 people on probation in 2022, according to Prison Policy Initiative, it indicates that judges...
Can you face jail time for attempting to commit a crime in NJ?
In the realm of criminal justice, an attempt to commit a crime can sometimes carry penalties like the crime itself. The law treats attempts seriously and you may indeed face jail time for an attempted crime. New Jersey law has specific provisions regarding criminal...
3 exceptions to a warrantless search and seizure
While police officers agree to serve and protect, sometimes that serving leads to illegal searches. New Jersey law prohibits officers from conducting a search and seizure without a warrant, which continues to get upheld in the courts. Like with many things, the...
What makes eyewitnesses unreliable?
Having someone witness a crime may seem like it creates an open and shut case. Most people assume an eyewitness testimony is a solid proof of what occurred. However, research has shown over and over that eyewitnesses are largely unreliable. The testimony of a person...
How can a DWI affect my New Jersey license?
Driving while intoxicated in New Jersey can have severe consequences, including significant impacts on your driving privileges. It is essential for drivers to understand the potential implications of a DWI conviction on their New Jersey license. Penalties for DWI in...
3 FAQs about a second DUI
While a night out on the town with friends creates lasting memories, sometimes poor decisions create unwelcome and costly ones. Although the state has seen a dip in drunk-driving arrests, mistakes still happen. If you already have a DUI conviction on your record, you...