Burglary is most often defined as the unlawful entry into virtually any structure (not just into a home or a business) with the intent to commit virtually any crime (not just theft or larceny) within that structure. It is not necessary that the burgl…
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Property crimes refer to those crimes that relate to either theft or destruction of someone else’s property. Property crimes can range from the lowest-level vandalism charges to the felony charges of armed robbery or arson. The elements of property…
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Drug crimes are considered serious offenses in the state of New Jersey. Even first-time offenders can find themselves in prison. Fortunately, New Jersey has implemented alternative sentencing programs that benefit first-time offenders. If you have ne…
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Drug charges can be complicated and terrifying; they often carry stiff sentences that can include prison time. While laws pertaining to marijuana, which is restricted at the federal level, vary a great deal depending on the state, most illicit drugs…
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New Jersey law makes it a crime to escape or resist arrest. Many are unaware of this crime, either because of ignorance or because they see the opposite in videos shared online. Resisting arrest is a serious crime in New Jersey, and it can have lasti…
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There are several ways the State of New Jersey can charge you with theft. For example, one can be charged with petty theft, shoplifting, or a higher degree of theft. Theft isn’t always a minor charge; it can be quite serious. Theft is most comm…
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Offenders charged with assault and/or battery may have available defenses. Available defenses vary on a case by case basis, and they depend on the facts of the case. An offender has the burden of proving a defense exists. If an offender can prove a d…
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In 2011, a young man was preparing to spend 3-6 months in prison for a crime he never committed. Despite admitting that he was driving recklessly, this young man was convicted of “eluding” police after being intimidated into admitting to such by…
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As technology continues to improve and develop at its current unprecedented rate, it comes as no surprise that some of the biggest issues in matters of evidence deal with accessibility to digital information. Today, almost all of one’s information…
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