TL:DR Most first-time DUI offenders in New Jersey avoid jail time if their BAC is below 0.10% and no accident or injuries occurred, but jail is still a possibility. A first DUI conviction can result in fines, license suspension, insurance surcharges, alcohol education classes, and ignition interlock requirements. Higher BAC…
Federal wire fraud is one of the most common financial offenses in the federal system. Prosecutors often file these charges against someone they believe used emails, phone calls, online payments, or other electronic communications to further a financial scheme. When prosecutors bring federal wire fraud charges, they generally focus on…
TL;DR New Jersey has some of the strictest gun laws in the country, and illegal firearm possession can result in serious felony charges and lengthy prison sentences. Many gun offenses are second-degree crimes carrying 5–10 years in prison, while gun-related violent crimes can lead to decades behind bars or even…
TL;DR Federal investigations can last months or even years, depending on the complexity of the case and the evidence involved. Common signs you’re being investigated include target letters, grand jury subpoenas, search warrants, surveillance, frozen assets, or an indictment. Most federal crimes have a 5-year statute of limitations, but some…
A warrant issued by a magistrate or judge in New Jersey could have your name on it and be used to place you under arrest and in police custody. A search warrant could allow police into your home to go through your belongings. If you are subject to an arrest…
