by Mark Catanzaro
on March 16, 2023
Criminal mischief involves the act of damaging the property of someone else. Most think of graffiti when they think of criminal mischief, however it can be much worse than that. Depending on how severe the damage is, and how costly it is, what you thought may have been a simple vandalism charge can turn into [...]
by Mark Catanzaro
on February 23, 2023
Getting into trouble with the law can lead to some of the most stressful, life altering experiences a person may ever go through in their whole lives. It’s important to try and get the best results possible from such an unpleasant situation, as it may dictate your near and far future. Whether it’s civil, criminal, [...]
by Mark Catanzaro
on February 16, 2023
After getting into a car accident, many people are unsure of exactly what to do. With the nerves, anxiety and adrenaline running through, it’s possible to make mistakes that could get you in trouble with the law. If you don’t exactly follow the right procedure, it may cost you significant fines or even jail time. [...]
by Mark Catanzaro
on February 8, 2023
While many acts of stealing generally result in what is known as theft, there is another, more severe charge for stealing that can get you into even more trouble. This act of stealing, known as robbery, is considered to be more violent, intense and dangerous than normal theft. This is generally because there are either [...]
by Mark Catanzaro
on February 8, 2023
Although forgery and counterfeiting are thought of more as a federal offense, the state of New Jersey has its own laws and statutes pertaining to the two crimes, which means you can get in trouble at the state level if found guilty. Being convicted of such crimes can affect your future, reputation and livelihood, which [...]
by Mark Catanzaro
on January 26, 2023
Most of the time, when we think of “terroristic threats,” we think of something major like an attack on the country. However, being charged with such a crime can stem from something a lot less significant. Terroristic threat charges can come from simple, yet heavy statements, like “I’m going to kill you,” or other threats [...]
by Mark Catanzaro
on January 20, 2023
Of any illegal drug to be found in possession of, cocaine may be the one of the worst. According to New Jersey’s criminal code statute 2C:35-10, it is a felony to be in possession of any amount of cocaine. This means you can get in some serious trouble if found to be in possession. Though, [...]
by Mark Catanzaro
on January 20, 2023
In the state of New Jersey, there are three different ways for someone to be charged with criminal trespass. All three statutes, however, should be taken seriously, as the consequences can be very real and even include jail time. Trespassing can be defined as entering a forbidden space or staying in a place long after [...]
by Mark Catanzaro
on January 20, 2023
Domestic violence is usually an overlooked and ignored issue that occurs more often than you would think. Although women are more often the victims of domestic violence, men do experience it as well, and the outcomes of such crimes can have major consequences. This is why it is important to understand how domestic violence is [...]
by Mark Catanzaro
on January 5, 2023
With New Jersey having some of the strictest firearm laws and harshest penalties in the country, it’s important to understand the proper way to transport your firearms to ensure everyone remains safe and out of trouble. Although you may be carrying legally and staying out of trouble, even the smallest mistakes could land you some [...]