Posts Categorized In: Criminal Defense

If you’ve heard that your case may involve a grand jury — or if you’re facing serious criminal charges in New Jersey — you probably have questions. The grand jury process is one of the least understood parts of the criminal justice system, and for good reason. Grand jury proceedings happen behind closed doors, with… Read More

Probation gives defendants a chance to serve their sentence in the community rather than in jail or prison — but it comes with strict conditions. When those conditions are violated, the consequences can be severe. If you are facing a probation violation in New Jersey, here is what you need to know. What Counts as… Read More

New Jersey’s criminal justice system is structured differently from most other states — and from the way crimes are depicted on television. Instead of the familiar “felony vs. misdemeanor” framework used in most of the country, New Jersey uses two separate designations: indictable crimes and disorderly persons offenses. Understanding the difference matters enormously for how… Read More