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Apr 10, 2022

New Jersey mayors have been debating what to include, and not include, in the state’s push toward a bail reform. More recently, one senator took action to step in and save the bail reform from a controversial change. Increase in Crime Rates Following a recent increase in crime rates, some mayors have blamed this on the recent bail reform, which allows defendants to await their trial date at home. In an attempt to reduce increasing...

NJ Rapper Has Spent Over 6 Years in Jail for a Killing He Didn’t Commit, According to His Lawyer

Mar 31, 2022

A self-described “gangsta rapper” had his second murder trial end in a deadlock. His lawyer argues that he was not responsible for the murder and that the state has held him for over six years based on purely circumstantial evidence. Charged Rapper’s Second Trial Deadlocks Isaiah Newsome was charged in Atlantic County over six years ago with the shooting death of 17-year-old Dr. Steven Davion Garrett. Garrett, whose legal first name was “Dr.”, was found...

NJ Gospel Singer Charged with Sex Crime And Practicing Medicine Without a License

Mar 15, 2022

A Newark gospel singer is facing charges including criminal sexual contact, unlicensed practice of medicine, and luring. Newark Man Alleged to Have Committed Sexual Act as Part of Purported Physical Exam Albert J. Lewis, 75, was arrested at his Newark home and charged with criminal sexual contact, unlicensed practice of medicine, and luring. Prosecutors from the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office allege that Lewis introduced himself to a 41-year-old Congolese national in January of 2021 and...

Members of Newark Drug Trafficking Ring Charged in Superseding Indictment

Jan 26, 2022

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey recently announced a superseding indictment for several members of a drug trafficking ring that operated out of Newark. New Indictment Charges Ring Members with Conspiracy Charges The indictment imposes 34 counts on nine members of a drug trafficking operation that allegedly sold hundreds of thousands of dollars of heroin, fentanyl, and crack cocaine out of a residential building on Fairmount Avenue in Newark. The superseding...

Penalty for Stalking in New Jersey

Jan 18, 2022

In New Jersey, the law seeks to protect innocent people from having to live in fear due to the threatening behavior of others. Stalking is one of the types of threatening behavior that is outlawed under New Jersey criminal law. Stalking is considered a serious criminal offense, and a conviction carries significant penalties and consequences. What is Stalking? Under New Jersey’s criminal law, stalking does not occur simply because a victim is followed or an...

These 106 New Jersey Police Departments Got Grants for Holiday DUI Crackdowns

Dec 23, 2021

Police departments increase their presence during the holiday season to manage the increase of drunk drivers on the roads. People tend to drink more during the holidays, often due to the festivities. In an attempt to reduce drunk driving accidents, 106 New Jersey police departments plan on cracking down. This crackdown began at the beginning of December and includes more The goal of the program is to protect the public during the holiday season...

What to Expect If You’re Arrested on Thanksgiving

Nov 20, 2021

Although Thanksgiving is supposed to be an opportunity for relaxation and celebration, you may, unfortunately, find yourself under arrest for a crime over the Thanksgiving weekend. You may have been arrested for Will You Be Immediately Released? For certain minor, non-violent offenses, the arresting officer can choose to not take you to the police station but may instead issue you a summons and allow you to go. The summons informs you of the date...

‘Tis the Season for Crime? Top Crimes Committed During the Holiday Season (And How a Lawyer Can Help)

Nov 11, 2021

While the holidays are meant to involve celebrations, gatherings, and cheer, the season is also an opportunity for some to take advantage of the general goodwill. In addition, other crimes result from some people enjoying the holiday season a little too much. Below are some common crimes that are committed during the holidays. Identity Theft Unfortunately, the holidays represent one of the most prevalent times of the year for identity thieves. As people open their...

Not So Merry: How A DUI Can Make Your Holiday Party A Lot Less Bright

Nov 2, 2021

It’s hard to believe that the holiday season is already here. While we still have some time to finish our holiday shopping, many people are looking forward to getting together to commemorate the holidays with some delicious Hors d’oeuvres and a glass of wine. Unfortunately, one glass too many can result in a If you plan on going out on Thanksgiving Eve or drinking over the holiday season, you should familiarize yourself with the...

NJ Expunged 362,000 Marijuana Records…So Far

Oct 5, 2021

This past summer, the New Jersey judiciary expunged arrest and criminal records for over 300,000 marijuana possession cases, giving hundreds of thousands of New Jersey residents the opportunity to move on in life without the stigma of a criminal record. Judiciary Expunged Hundreds of Thousands of Marijuana Cases over the Summer As part of the legislative efforts to legalize the possession and sale of recreational marijuana in New Jersey following the voters’ approval of a...