Driving under the influence is certainly the most commonly referenced charge when it comes to crimes associated with alcohol but it is not the only one. There are strict open container laws on the books in New Jersey that are designed to stop this behavior from ever occurring again, which is something important to keep […]

There are serious consequences for someone who is convicted of felony drug possession charges in New Jersey. The exact penalties for any controlled substance possession will vary based on the nature of the drug as well as the weight of the drug in the person’s possession. The drug possession laws in New Jersey are quite […]

Supplying alcohol to minors in New Jersey can lead to criminal consequences if you are not careful. It is illegal to supply alcohol to minors. Many parents are aware of this but may allow their children and their friends to drink in the home. This can pose significant risks to the teens but it can […]

If you were involved in an accident, you have a legal duty to stop at the scene and verify that someone was not hurt or that significant property damage did not occur. If you leave the scene of such an accident, this is known as a hit and run. These accidents can change your life […]

Statutory rape charges are some of the most serious sex offense allegations levied in New Jersey and elsewhere around the country. Anyone who has been accused of statutory rape must take the situation as seriously as possible. In the state of New Jersey, the age of consent is 16 years old. This age of consent […]