Last week we began a new blog series about the most basic things regarding courtroom procedure. We want our readers to understand some of the elementary aspects about trials and courtroom procedure. So, our first blog focused on all the personnel and positions in a courtroom. Today, we're taking a deeper at look at that. [...]
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Feb, 2021When to Call 911?
According to 911.gov, the number became the official Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) in 1968. Two years prior, the National Academy of Sciences published "Accidental Death and Disability: The Neglected Disease of Modern Society," a report demonstrating how accidental deaths and injuries had become an epidemic in the United States. By contrast, nowadays people call [...]
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Sep, 2020Probation and Parole: Similarities and Differences
If you potentially face either probation or parole, it's vital to know the similarities and differences. What's the real difference? How could it impact your case? Don’t let perplexing legal jargon take advantage of you! In today's blog, we'll review both the similarities and differences between probation and parole so that you can stay informed. [...]
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Oct, 2019
The Most Common Crimes Committed in New Jersey
If you’re a New Jersey resident, or you’re considering moving there, crime statistics are relevant to you. After all, it’s important for us all to stay informed of which crimes are most prevalent in our communities. For New Jersey, the most reliable source of crime statistics is the annual Uniform Crime Report, a compilation of [...]
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Jul, 2019Reasonable Doubt and New Jersey Law
Last week we covered “plausible deniability.” This week we’re covering a related topic: reasonable doubt. What does this mean? How does New Jersey law define it? How does the court apply it? These are important questions if you’re going to understand your own trial and how an effective attorney might handle your case. So, if [...]