Top DWI/DUI Myths in New Jersey
November 15, 2024
If you’re facing a DWI or DUI charge in New Jersey, you’ve probably heard several myths about your rights or what to do now that you’re charged with drunk or driving under the influence. Here are some of the top DWI/DUI myths we hear about all the time: #1: When the police officer demands that […]
Continue ReadingWhat is Disorderly Conduct in NJ?
May 23, 2024
WHAT IS DISORDERLY CONDUCT? 4 IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW Disorderly conduct is a confusing and often unclear charge that many people know of but don’t really understand. This lack of clarity can be dangerous because being found guilty can have serious results, including the possibility of spending up to six months in jail. Four Essential […]
Continue ReadingBut It Was Self Defense! [3 Situations When Self-defense May be Warranted in New Jersey]
September 15, 2021
In New Jersey, self defense law (NJSA 2C-3-4(a)) states that if you are in a situation where you fear for your life or the life of someone else, you are entitled to protect yourself by taking reasonable actions to defend yourself against the attack. In other words, “the use of force upon or toward another […]
Continue ReadingWhat is Bail & How Does it Work in New Jersey?
April 1, 2021
Jail can be a scary place. Naturally, people don’t want to be there. That’s where bail comes in. After a person is arrested, they can pay bail to the court (depending on the crime), which is the cash equivalent that acts as collateral to get released from custody until a later court date. Bail is […]
Continue ReadingHow Our Criminal Defense Attorney in NJ Can Help You
February 4, 2021
Criminal convictions can destroy your future. There’s no reason to sugarcoat it because you could lose your freedom and damage your chances of future employment. Now’s not the time to wallow — Now’s the time to take action. The smartest decision you can make is to work with an experienced attorney like John W. Tumelty. […]
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