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What it Means to Face Burglary vs. Robbery Charges in Essex County

Charged with Burglary or Robbery in Newark NJ? Many people use the terms “robbery” and “burglary” to mean roughly the same thing, but under New Jersey law, these are two entirely distinct crimes for which you could be arrested in New Jersey. The key similarities and differences between burglary and […]

Montclair Drug Possession Lawyers

Arrested for Drugs in Montclair NJ? Like all larger cities in the United States, Montclair has its fair share of arrests and criminal charges. Drug crimes are among the most common reasons people are arrested in Montclair, leading to charges for possession of marijuana, heroin, cocaine, oxycontin, ecstasy, Xanax, and […]

Ways to Resolve a Criminal Case

The vast majority of legal cases will be settled before trial. Although criminal cases are not settled in the same way as civil cases, there are ways to resolve a criminal case than having a trial. Depending on the specific criminal charges you are facing, you may have other options […]

The Differing Standards of Proof in NJ Domestic Violence Cases

How do You Defend Newark Domestic Violence Allegations? Understand the Burden of Proof Although restraining orders and general criminal cases are similar and often intersect, they actually have many differences. The procedure is not the same, and the people involved have to prove very different facts to win their case. […]

What do I do at a Traffic Stop in NJ?

Traffic Stop Charge Attorneys Millburn NJ Traffic stops occur every day throughout the state of New Jersey. Even if you have no reason to think you did anything wrong, being pulled over by an officer can be an intimidating and sometimes frightening experience. Being nervous causes some individuals to act […]

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