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When you’re charged with a crime in New Jersey, prosecutors must prove you acted with a specific mental state before you can be convicted. This concept is known as culpability, meaning you are legally responsible for the criminal offense. New Jersey’s requirements of culpability create a sta

Hazing is often portrayed in pop culture as a harmless tradition. The reality can be much darker – but does hazing ever become a crime? When hazing endangers someone’s physical or emotional well-being, everyone involved can be exposed to serious legal consequences. New Jersey addresses hazing in

Even though New Jersey has eliminated cash bail, there are still consequences for violating the conditions of your pre-trial release. This includes failing to appear at a scheduled court proceeding for your case. Bail jumping is when a defendant who was set free under the condition that they agree t

While adults can gamble in the Garden State, those under 21 could get in major trouble if they try to do so. Underage gambling might not seem like a big deal. But if you’re caught, you might be surprised by how serious the punishments can be. It’s not just a...

In New Jersey, indictable crimes are like felonies in other states. When the law classifies crimes as second-degree offenses, it signals that the charges are quite serious – just one step below the most severe first-degree crimes. These charges carry harsh consequences, including prison time, larg