Cranford New Jersey Criminal Defense Blog
A big change to state DUI laws is coming
This summer, Gov. Phil Murphy signed Senate Bill 824 into law. This new law significantly revises New Jersey's current DUI laws and restructures the penalties of DUIs. Here is a brief overview of these changes that all New Jersey drivers should understand. Penalties...
Community service is harsh on the poor
Judges in New Jersey and around the country often order criminal defendants to perform community service when they do not have the financial resources to pay fines and court fees. Community service is intended to be a humane alternative to incarceration for nonviolent...
Lawsuit filed over Wildwood beach incident
Most in Cranford are no doubt grateful for the work that law enforcement officials do in inserting themselves into potentially dangerous situations in order to protect the public. Yet with this respect also comes the expectation that authorities will exercise sound...
Creating a defense after accidentally shoplifting
Most of us make purchases in stores almost every day. The practice will have become second nature to us, and often we go through the motions on autopilot. But if we are having a busy or stressful day, we are more likely to make mistakes or be more forgetful. It's...
What does NJ have to say about distracted driving?
Distracted driving is a problem all over the country, including New Jersey. While texting and driving is the most common example of this dangerous behavior, there are many other bad habits people partake in when behind the wheel. Being aware of these habits, and...
What is a Batson Challenge?
If you are ever made to face criminal charges in Cranford, your fate may depend largely on the opinions of the jurors who hear your case. The hope is that those selected to a jury constitute an apt representation if your local community. To accomplish this, both your...
Baby left behind in New Jersey store after alleged stroller theft
Security camera footage and a social media post led to the arrest of two women alleged to have stolen a stroller from a high-end baby supply store in Middletown, New Jersey. The alleged theft occurred approximately a week and a half ago and appears to have involved...
Can you request a change of venue?
If you end up facing criminal charges in Cranford, you may believe that your lack of involvement or the weakness of the allegations against you would be apparent regardless of the location of the court in which your case is presented. However, criminal trials can...
What to do about a traffic ticket
Even if you're a safe driver, there may come a point when you're pulled over by police for violating one of the many rules of the road. For example, you could receive a ticket for speeding, running a red light or failure to use a turn signal. Generally speaking, you...
What is opiate withdrawal?
Opiates like heroin, codeine, and oxycodone cause physical dependence when taken over an extended period of time. As drug tolerance increases, a person must take more and more of a substance just to feel normal. When not taking the drug, withdrawal effects...
