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 [...]

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 [...]

While gun control laws have been an ever increasing topic of debate, the US Constitution still protects a citizen’s right to own a firearm. However, state gun control laws can vary quite a bit, and it is important to understand how to exercise your rights within legal limits depending on the state you live in. [...]

The worst thing to do after enjoying a few drinks can be to get behind the wheel of a car. New Jersey’s drinking and driving laws, collectively known as driving while intoxicated (DWI), are set in place to keep accidents from happening and will lead to major penalties if charged. It is important to remember [...]

In the state of New Jersey, vandalism is considered “criminal mischief,” and although that title doesn’t sound all that serious, the consequences still are. Committing vandalism can be defined as damaging someone else’s tangible property, either purposefully or recklessly. This includes any damage done with fire, explosives or any other potential hazards. This can also [...]

Although assault and battery charges are often linked, in the state of New Jersey, they are two different crimes. As the two charges go hand-in-hand, it is important to know the differences between the two, and why battery charges will lead to assault charges, but not the other way around.  There are two types of [...]

In the state of New Jersey, credit card fraud can lead to a felony under the right circumstances, which means it is not something to be taken lightly. Although there are a number of laws that relate to credit and debit card fraud, they generally fall under two different categories. The first being how a [...]

In the state of New Jersey, and the United States, we as citizens are free to go wherever we please. However, this freedom is limited to public property, and you could find yourself in some trouble if you’re found on private property when you’re not welcome. This is known as trespassing, and while it may [...]

Just to be in possession of illegal drugs can be cause for legal prosecution. However, there are even more damaging repercussions for being found guilty of distribution, or the intent to distribute the same illicit drugs. There are serious consequences to the selling and moving of illegal substances, and people should think twice before looking [...]