The statute of limitations in New Jersey establishes the time in which the state must bring a case for a crime. If New Jersey prosecutors attempt to bring an action against an individual after the statute of limitations has passed, the case may be dismissed. Generally speaking, violent crimes are subject to a longer state […]

Many defendants are surprised to learn that the judge, not the jury, determines the punishments if he or she is found guilty of a crime. In federal cases, Title 18 of the U.S.C. Part II, Criminal Procedure, and Chapters 227/232 govern the defendant’s sentencing in a federal court. New Jersey’s Constitution and statutes provide the […]

Cross-examination is a process by which the defendant and his or her criminal defense attorney question the plaintiff and witnesses. In a criminal trial, the defendant must be prepared to tell his or her side of the story. The defendant may also call witnesses. The criminal defense attorney will call witnesses to assist the defendant’s […]

In 2016, Governor Chris Christie signed a law that provides additional opportunities for individuals to clear their names in an overhaul of New Jersey’s expungement system. The new legislation cuts the expungement waiting period by 50 percent and makes some graduates of drug court eligible to have records sealed. Expungement helps people who’ve served time […]

There are many reasons why you should hire a criminal defense attorney if you’re accused of a crime or if you’re the subject of an investigation that may lead to criminal charges. The sooner you engage an experienced criminal defense attorney, the better. Here are at least four reasons you should hire a criminal defense […]