As the holiday season approaches, the air fills with festive cheer and joyful gatherings. Amidst the merry festivities, it's crucial to remember the importance of celebrating responsibly within the confines of the law. From the Catanzaro Family to yours, here are some practical tips to ensure a joyous and law-abiding holiday celebrations while avoiding legal [...]

Halloween is a time of revelry, costumes, and spooky fun. However, as the ghosts and goblins come out to play, it's essential to be aware of the potential legal pitfalls that can lurk behind the holiday's festivities. In this blog post, we'll explore some common Halloween offenses and how you can enjoy the season while [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]