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Adolescent addiction can lead to serious charges
Teens don’t always understand the risks of their actions because they are still growing and learning. They may start consuming alcohol and drugs to fit in with their peers. They may even start abusing substances to get away from their emotions. Adolescent addiction...
Can My Marijuana Conviction Be Expunged?
There are hundreds of thousands of New Jersey residents who were arrested on marijuana charges over the past two decades. Since New Jersey voters decided to legalize recreational marijuana in 2021, there are many people who may be wondering if their marijuana conviction could be expunged. The bill was signed into law by Gov. Phil Murphy in February 2021, which…
What Are the Penalties of a DUI Charge for Minors?
Parents may constantly remind their teenagers to stay away from alcohol and drugs, and particularly, not to drink and drive. However, there are times when teenagers break the rules. In New Jersey, the penalties of a driving under the influence (DUI) charge for minors are steep. Minors can be charged with the following: Minors charged with underage drinking in New…
Can I be Responsible for Drugs That are Not Mine?
Under constructive possession, an individual can be responsible for drugs that were not in their possession if they still had knowledge of and access to them. The specific charges depends on the drug that the person possessed. If an individual is aware of a location of a controlled substance, than that might be enough for them to be charged because…
What Crimes Frequently Happen During the Holidays?
The holiday season is a time of peace and joy; however, it is also a time when crime rates increase. While some people are busy shopping for their loved ones, others are looking to take advantage of the situation. According to Allstate Insurance Company, crime rates tend to rise in November and December. There are steps that people can take…
Understanding the Juvenile Justice System
The transition from child to adult is never easy. Teenagers are honing good judgement through experience. They tend to test limits, try different things, and struggle to manage emotions and behavior while going through significant changes. It is not surprising that many teenagers get into legal trouble. Unfortunately, bad judgement resulting in criminal activity can have long-lasting negative impacts. Someone…
Drug Possession While Committing a Traffic Violation
Drug charges are serious allegations that often have severe consequences. Federal and state laws address several drug offenses that involve the illegal possession, trafficking, manufacture, or sale of a controlled dangerous substance (CDS), such as marijuana, cocaine, heroin, or medications like Oxycontin and Xanax that are commonly available by prescription. Among drug-related charges, drug possession is a less severe charge…
DUI with Marijuana
Despite Governor Phil Murphy’s efforts, it does not appear recreational marijuana will receive legislative approval this year. However, as more states legalize recreational cannabis, the issue of driving under the influence (DUI) of marijuana will increase. In New Jersey, the penalties for a DUI are the same whether the driver was under the influence of marijuana or alcohol. Marijuana versus…
South Jersey Criminal Lawyers: Drug Court
In New Jersey, substance abusing adults who have been charged with non-violent, indictable offenses have an alternative to a sentence of incarceration or traditional probation: Drug Court. The Superior Court of New Jersey Drug Court program is designed to help treat the addictions of substance-abusing defendants through treatment programs, rehabilitation, and intensive probation supervision. The goal of Drug Court is…