Year: 2025

| Criminal Defense Attorneys

What Are The Dangers of a False Accusation?

February 4, 2025

TL;DR Criminal Charges: Risk of arrest, trial, and potential imprisonment. Immigration Issues: Possible deportation for non-citizens. Career Damage: Loss of professional licenses and job opportunities. Housing Difficulties: Criminal records can limit housing options. Legal Help Needed: Essential to

| Homicide

What Happens If a Kid Gets Arrested For Murder?

February 3, 2025

TL;DR Age Matters: Minors 14+ may be tried as adults for murder. Legal Process: Arrest, detention hearing (within 24 hours), and possible transfer to adult court. Penalties: Juvenile Court – Focus on rehabilitation, possible detention until a certain age. Adult Court – Minimum 30 years without p

| Criminal Defense Attorneys

How Long Can the Federal Government Investigate You?

January 28, 2025

Someone under investigation by federal agents from the FBI, IRS, DEA, ATF, or another federal investigative agency is up against highly trained and well-resourced professionals. Federal investigators mean business and can spend years compiling evidence and investigating their targets. The objective

| Robbery

Castle Doctrine and Self-Defense Laws in New Jersey

January 26, 2025

TL;DR No Stand Your Ground Law: New Jersey does not have a Stand Your Ground law. Castle Doctrine Applies: The state follows the castle doctrine, allowing individuals to use force, including deadly force, to defend themselves in their homes without a duty to retreat. Self-Defense Rights: Individuals