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New Jersey Attorney General Orders Prosecution to Stop Processing Low-Level Marijuana Cases

December 7, 2020

For the first time in New Jersey’s history all possession charges for small amounts of marijuana have been stopped as the state’s lawmakers continue to work on a new legislation to implement the recreational and legal use of the drug. On November 25th, New Jersey Attorney General, Gurbir Grewal instructed all municipal, county and state prosecutors to stop processing marijuana…

NJ Counselor Loses License for Having Sex with Student

November 5, 2020

A Bergen County school therapist recently made the news when she lost her job, and professional counseling license, following a sexual relationship with a student. The teacher pleaded guilty, also agreeing to have her professional license permanently revoked. This teacher’s actions not only violate New Jersey’s sexual conduct laws with a minor, but they also severely go against her ethical…

How Can a Criminal Defense Lawyer Help Me?

November 1, 2020

Criminal charges in New Jersey can be severe, leading to jail time and a criminal record, which can impact your employment opportunities. Navigating the N.J. criminal justice system can be confusing. As such, there are many reasons to consider working with a criminal defense lawyer. How Your Criminal Defense Lawyer Will Help With Your Case One of the first things…

Can I Fight a Restraining Order Against Me?

October 12, 2020

If you violate the terms of a restraining order taken out against you, it can quickly lead to criminal consequences for you. If someone is seeking to take out a restraining order against you or has already obtained one against you, you need to know about the consequences that can arise if you are found to have violated the terms…

Answers to the Top 5 Common Questions About the Criminal Justice System

October 2, 2020

If you have been arrested for the first time, you may be feeling scared and overwhelmed, unsure of what will happen to you or what the criminal justice process in New Jersey is life. If you have questions about your criminal case, you need to consult with a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible; the criminal justice system can…

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