Never take having Final Restraining Order (FRO) issued against you lightly. The serious consequences of violation can negatively impact “the personal and professional lives of those who are found guilty of what the Legislature has characterized as ‘a serious crime against society.’” This article you gives everything you need to know about a Final Restraining [...]

“Innocent until proven guilty.” This principle forms the foundation for our criminal justice system. In any criminal trial, the burden of proof rests on the prosecution to demonstrate guilt "beyond a reasonable doubt." But what does that phrase mean? The following is a brief summary from Mark Catanzaro. Here he defines “beyond a reasonable doubt” [...]

“Innocent until proven guilty” is a foundational principle in our country’s legal system, and it holds even when you are stopped by police. After all, your rights are protected by BOTH the US Constitution AND the New Jersey State Constitution. Having a New Jersey police misconduct attorney with a thorough understanding of your rights by [...]

Facing criminal charges is a stressful and scary situation to be in. Whether you’ve been charged with a relatively minor offense such as disturbing the peace, speeding, or criminal mischief, or you’re facing significant consequences due to serious charges such as homicide, arson, or sexual assault, you need to be sure that you have the [...]

Not being able to hop in the car and drive around is a very restricting feeling. Unfortunately, that’s the feeling you'll have if your license is suspended in New Jersey. Other forms of transportation aren’t always accessible or convenient. What happens if you have to run to the store, drive the kids to school, or [...]

When you’re facing criminal charges, you need to make sure you have a skilled New Jersey criminal defense lawyer who can assert strong defenses on your behalf. The risk of jail time, high fines, or even probation is very strong, and you should do everything to avoid a conviction. If you’ve been charged with a [...]

There’s no question about it – the legal consequences for violent crimes are very serious. Depending on the severity of the charges, a defendant could be facing several years in prison, life in prison, or in some states, even the death penalty. In 2007, New Jersey replaced the death penalty with life without the possibility [...]

Whether you’re facing your first ever criminal charge or you’ve been through the criminal justice system before, you need a Burlington County criminal trial lawyer representing you. Don’t make the mistake of thinking you can represent yourself – 99% of the time that only results in poor outcomes. An experienced Burlington County criminal trial lawyer [...]

There is zero tolerance in New Jersey for driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This is a serious criminal offense; but it is even more substantial when the person is underage. The legal age for alcohol is 21 years old. It might surprise you to hear that there are actually a few [...]