Surprisingly, New Jersey drug trafficking penalties are loosely connected to the tragic death of basketball phenom Len Bias in 1986. At a draft party, Bias reportedly used cocaine, laid down, and died. Since 1986 was an election year, officials across the nation were under pressure to “do something” about drug dealers. Public attitudes have shifted […]
What to Know About New Jersey Firearms Charges If Arrested
New Jersey has some of the strictest firearms laws in the nation, and police and prosecutors take an aggressive approach to enforcing them. Even when you believe you are following the law, a misunderstanding or technical violation could put you in handcuffs. If that happens, the penalties are severe and could affect your freedom, your […]
Why South Jersey Criminal Defendants Should Choose Their Own Lawyer
One of the most compelling reasons to hire a local criminal defense lawyer is the freedom to choose your own counsel. When you rely on a court-appointed lawyer, the court typically assigns an attorney without your input, and these assignments often cannot be easily changed. As a result, you might receive an attorney with extensive […]
What Happens at a Probable Cause Hearing in New Jersey?
Rule 3:4-3 of New Jersey’s Rules of Court establishes a defendant’s right to a Probable Cause Hearing under some circumstances. Although some jurisdictions call a Probable Cause Hearing a “preliminary hearing,” the standard is pretty much the same. This article will discuss what happens at a Probable Cause Hearing in New Jersey. After we clarify […]
How Bail Works in New Jersey
A few years ago New Jersey eliminated the old cash bail system and replaced it with something completely different. In 2017, New Jersey eliminated cash bail, and many of the new provisions took effect at the start of 2018. This was shift from a monetary-based system to one that focuses on assessing risk. Instead of […]
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