Knowledge is power, and this blog is dedicated to providing the most updated information on New Jersey Criminal Defense, related topics, and criminal law in general. It's our goal for you to use the information on this site, including the individual practice area pages, to help you understand your rights, obligations, and the best course of action for your New Jersey Criminal Defense case.
Recently, Charlie Javice, founder of college aid startup Frank, was convicted of defrauding JPMorgan Chase in a high-profile federal trial. Prosecutors accused her of inflating the number of users on her platform to secure a $175 million acquisition. She was found guilty on multiple counts: secur...
Casinos have always offered a thrilling way to pass the time while potentially going home with more money than you spent. Atlantic City is famous for providing ample options for risk-takers to find both entertainment and financial rewards for testing their luck. However, there's also plenty of op...
A new law signed by New Jersey governor Phil Murphy makes it illegal to create and distribute “deepfake” media when that media is being for certain types of criminal purposes. The new law targets the increasing use of images, videos, and audio recordings that have been created using artificial in...
A thirteen-count indictment against well-known New Jersey businessman and so-called “power broker” George Norcross and five co-defendants was dismissed in its entirety by a New Jersey Superior Court judge on the grounds that the indictment failed to allege illegal conduct by the defendants. Norcr...
If you have been served with a Temporary Restraining Order in New Jersey, it is important you understand the process and what to expect at the Final Restraining Order hearing. The Final Restraining Order hearing is your opportunity to present your side of the story and defend yourself against the...
Motor vehicle theft crimes are rising sharply on U.S. college campuses due largely to electric and electronic vehicle theft. Before 2021, motor vehicle theft was rare at Rutgers University. Now, it is by far the most commonly reported crime on campus. In 2022 (the last year Rutgers reported data)...
A man who police say murdered his girlfriend in Pennsylvania was apprehended in New Jersey after allegedly attempting to harm the girlfriend's family in Trenton, New Jersey. The defendant is facing criminal homicide and other charges in Pennsylvania, and attempted homicide, assault and additional...
A man in Brick, New Jersey, was arrested recently on multiple counts associated with selling cannabis and psilocybin from his home. James Giordano, 37, was targeted by a months-long investigation by multiple law enforcement agencies, including the Narcotics Strike Force, Asset Forfeiture Squad an...
While modern technology offers many benefits and advantages, it also has a dark side. The rise of cyberbullying and doxxing is one of the most egregious examples, especially on college campuses. These phenomena are relatively new compared to other types of crimes, so many states are still figuri...
In February 2025, New Jersey lawmakers brought forward ten new gun control bills. They aim to strengthen firearm regulations in the state. This new law reacts to Trump's promise to roll back Biden's gun control efforts and the closing of the White House's gun violence office.If these laws pass, g...
In February 2025, authorities caught Brian Rivers, a man from South Jersey, in Mexico. Authorities had wanted him for child sexual assault charges, and he had been on the run for years. Authorities say Rivers committed several sex crimes in Gloucester Township. He then fled the country to escape ...
A member of the Rollin' 60s Neighborhood Crips gang pleaded guilty to multiple charges in January. He's scheduled to be sentenced in May 2025. Racketeering charges, often referred to as RICO charges after the federal law, carry serious penalties. In New Jersey, first-degree convictions carry pri...
When New Jersey's legislature enacted greater restraining order protections for pregnant people and their fetuses, it created a greater need for skilled and experienced restraining orders and domestic violence defense. If you face a New Jersey restraining order, call 888.535.3686 now or fill out ...
In 2018, Daniel Baldwin was convicted of possessing child pornography and received a 10-year federal prison sentence. Recently, while serving this sentence at a federal correctional institution in New Jersey, corrections officers discovered an SD card containing images and videos depicting child ...
On Thursday, January 16, New Jersey's Attorney General announced charges against 25 people allegedly involved in an illegal credit card skimming operation. As of this writing, everyone arrested in connection with the alleged scheme faces charges of first-degree racketeering. Someone charged with...
Who hasn't tip-toed into the office copy room to copy a personal document or fast-walked to the department printer to retrieve a printout of something not work-related before it could be intercepted by a colleague or boss? It would be unusual to be prosecuted for the occasional, innocent use of ...
Prosecutors have filed additional criminal charges in an already well-publicized case involving an alleged armed robbery of casual outdoor restaurant diners in Englewood late on a summer night. Sensational criminal charges complicate the accused's defense. Call 888.535.3686 or use our contact for...
Author Salman Rushdie was the victim of a shocking attack in 2022 while preparing to speak at an event in New York. The assailant, New Jersey resident Hadi Matar, stabbed Rushdie over a dozen times, causing severe but ultimately survivable injuries. Nearly three years later, a jury found Matar gu...
High-profile legal cases involving public figures and federal charges often attract widespread media attention and speculation. When accusations of serious crimes are leveled—particularly sex offenses or trafficking—there can be a tendency for the court of public opinion to assume guilt before al...
(For those with weak stomachs or who are about to eat, proceed with caution.) A New Jersey custodian pleaded guilty to multiple charges and could face up to 18 years in prison. The custodian made the prosecutor's job somewhat easier by recording himself committing the criminal acts, several of w...
Defending yourself in federal court is a daunting proposition for anyone. Upon the judge's decision, it could mean years behind bars in a federal prison and damage to one's personal and professional reputation after release. No matter what action the federal government alleges, those accused alwa...
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a serious issue that affects millions of people each year. It involves any type of abusive behavior used to gain or maintain control over a partner. IPV can occur in various forms, including physical violence, emotional distress, psychological manipulation, or f...
Two brothers are facing criminal mischief charges in connection with drone flights in Atlantic County, New Jersey. According to police, the two conspired to fly drones over area swimming pools, then triggered the drones to drop dye packets into the pools. The dye caused the pool water to turn “an...
Domestic abuse is tragic on many levels, perhaps none more so than the fact that domestic abuse victims are often the most vulnerable members of society. That includes the elderly, and New Jersey has taken aggressive steps to eliminate elder abuse. Every county in the state has an Adult Protectiv...
Student safety on college campuses is more important than ever. In December 2024, President Biden signed the Stop Campus Hazing Act. This law impacts college students in New Jersey by increasing penalties for hazing and making sure schools take more responsibility. If you are dealing with charge...
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