A municipal court is often a defendant’s first stop in their journey through New Jersey’s criminal justice system. Sometimes, the case will begin and end in municipal court if the charges are relatively minor. For serious offenses, a municipal court appearance is...
Most criminal defense attorneys will tell you that what you do before, during and after your arrest can have a profound effect -- for good or ill -- on the outcome of your case. If you’re facing a criminal investigation or have been arrested, there are things you can...
If you are headed to court over a custody issue, it is important to make a good impression on the court, whether it is your first time in front of the judge or the tenth time. If you have a specific complaint about your co-parent's abilities to be a good role model or...
Predictive policing is a relatively new system that has been developed as computer technology advanced. It is intended to harness the power of data to determine where a crime is likely. The computer can sort through this data quickly and give recommendations about...
Assumptions of gang involvement are an all too common occurrence for many people of color. It can happen on the street or even in the halls of their school building. These accusations might be common, but they can pose a serious risk to individuals and their futures....
The legal age of adulthood is 18, although many parents continue to provide resources for their children until they finish high school or possibly even well into college or trade school. Having parental support for longer can help set a young adult up for success in...
These days, between cellphone and surveillance videos inside and outside of businesses and other properties, it seems like just about every interaction between police and citizens is recorded. But what should you know before you record your interaction (or someone...
If you are a person of color in America, there is a risk that you will be or have been racially profiled. Racial profiling occurs when a law enforcement officer treats one racial group differently (and worse) than they would another. This might happen in a few ways....
You’re facing serious criminal charges, and you’re honestly worried about how your attorney will react to the truth. Should you deny everything? Should you be selective about the truth? Lying to your defense attorney is never a good idea If you don’t tell your defense...
