Blog: Criminal Defense
- Effect of Disorderly Persons Offense Conviction on Background Check
Jun 14, 2021
If you have been previously convicted of a What Is a Disorderly Persons Offense? In New Jersey, a disorderly persons offense (and the less serious petty disorderly persons offense) refers to a type of criminal offense that in other states is often called a misdemeanor offense. These offenses are less serious than indictable offenses in New Jersey, crimes that in other states are known as felonies. A disorderly persons charge in New Jersey is...Read More - School Janitor Arrested for Fondling Himself in Front of Students
Jun 11, 2021
A man was arrested by police after touching himself inappropriately in front of children playing in a park. Ex-School Janitor Arrested after Exposing Himself to Children Paul Schappe, 68, was arrested on charges of sexual assault on May 2, 2021, after approaching a 13-year-old boy at Clifford Lawson Memorial Park. Prosecutors allege that Schappe was touching himself over his clothing and making sexual comments as he approached the boy. Law enforcement investigators found that on...Read More - How to Beat a Drug Possession Charge
May 2, 2021
Drug possession in New Jersey can lead to harsh penalties and potential jail time. While it may be difficult, it is possible to beat a drug possession charge. Continue reading to find out how. Methods of Beating a Drug Possession Charge in New Jersey Here are a few methods of beating a drug possession charge in New Jersey: Know Your Legal Rights Anytime you are dealing with criminal charges, it’s important to know your legal...Read More - What You Should Do If Your Loved One is Arrested
Apr 28, 2021
When your loved one is arrested, it can leave you feeling scared and confused. On top of this, you might feel like you don’t have a lot of options or access to information. This is especially true if this is your loved one’s first run-in with the law. The natural panic and fear that sets in when your loved one has been arrested can, unfortunately, lead you to make the wrong decisions. These tips can...Read More - NJ Cop Charged With Sexually Assaulting Teen
Mar 1, 2021
A police officer from Roseland, NJ was arrested on several charges including two counts of aggravated sexual assault of a child under his power 13 to 16 years old, four counts of aggravated sexual assault of a child under his power 16 to 17 years old, one count of aggravated criminal sexual contact, one count of hiding evidence to hinder an investigation and 10 counts of endangering the welfare of a child by sexual conduct...Read More - NJ Corrections Officer Admits to Fatally Shooting 2 Female Friends
Feb 18, 2021
John Menendez, 23, a corrections officer in New Jersey was recently arrested after allegedly admitting to killing his girlfriend and her best friend after they returned from vacation. On Tuesday, February 16, 2021, law enforcement discovered the bodies of Anna Shpliberg and Luiza Shinkarevskaya, both of whom were found with gunshot wounds. Shpilberg, 40, and Menendez were reportedly in a relationship when she and her four close friends decided to take a vacation in Cancun,...Read More - NJ Cop Who Pepper Sprayed a Teenager Pleads Guilty
Jan 24, 2021
A South Jersey police officer has pled guilty to simple assault and has agreed to forfeit his position. South Jersey Police Officers Pleads Guilty to Improperly Using Pepper Spray Ryan Dubiel, who was an officer with the Woodlynne police department, was charged following an incident that occurred in June. Dubiel and fellow officers were at a home in Woodlynne investigating a trespassing report when Dubiel deployed his pepper spray against two teenagers. Following review of...Read More - NJ Man Murders His Wife Before Turning Gun on Himself
Jan 10, 2021
The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office announced an investigation into an apparent murder-suicide that took place in Audubon, New Jersey. Audubon Man Fatally Shoots Wife Before Committing Suicide Law enforcement responded to a welfare check at a home in Audubon during the afternoon of January 11, 2021. The home belonged to 63-year-old Kevin Venable and his wife, 64-year-old Jane Venable. Police were contacted by an acquaintance of the couple who had not heard from them since...Read More - New Jersey Residents Vote in Favor of Legalizing Recreational Marijuana
Nov 5, 2020
On November 3, 2020, New Jersey voters passed a ballot measure that will eventually legalize recreational marijuana by adding an amendment to the state constitution. While it will likely take some time for the state to figure out the logistics involved and formally adopt the legislation, legalization will occur in the near future. What to Expect From New Jersey’s Legalization Many people are rightfully wondering what the legalization of recreational marijuana will look like. While...Read More - How Do Criminal Defense Attorneys Lessen or Dismiss Charges for Clients?
Sep 29, 2020
Criminal charges can lead to time spent in jail, a fact that leaves many individuals fearful. The potential consequences of criminal charges is one of the most important reasons to consider working with a criminal defense lawyer. In many cases, a criminal defense lawyer can negotiate reduced charges and/or a lesser sentence. What is a Plea Bargain? A plea bargain is a negotiation, or agreement, that is between the defendant and the prosecutor. A plea...Read More