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  • Interlock Decisions on Sentencing in NJ

    March 10, 2023

    Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is considered a serious crime in New Jersey. If you are arrested, charged, and convicted of DUI in New Jersey, you face serious penalties. The severity of the penalties you face will depend on your blood alcohol content (BAC) as well as whether you have been convicted […]

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  • Do I Need an Accident Attorney for My DWI Case in NJ?

    March 10, 2023

    Only a fool represents themselves in court. This is very true, especially for DWI cases. While there is no law that requires you to have professional legal representation for a DWI case, it is in your best interests to have the guidance and representation of an experienced attorney when facing DWI charges.   While hiring a […]

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  • 6 Steps to Clearing Your Record in New Jersey

    January 27, 2023

    Making just one mistake in the legal system can affect your life for many years. A criminal charge can lead to expensive fines, time served in jail, the inability to vote, and even a loss of your driver’s or professional license. Fortunately, New Jersey does allow some individuals to clear their record. Clearing, or expunging, […]

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  • Most Common Tax Crimes in New Jersey

    January 10, 2023

    Tax season may seem like it’s a long time away. As the holiday season flies by, the IRS due date will be here before you know it. Now is a good time to review some of the most common tax crimes committed in New Jersey. While most tax crimes are intentional, crimes may also include […]

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  • Are You Allowed to Post Marijuana on Social Media?

    December 15, 2022

    Earlier this year, recreational marijuana officially became legal in New Jersey. Residents can now buy and recreationally use marijuana as long as they’re 21 years of age. New Jersey’s marijuana laws go beyond that, and understanding what you can and can’t do is important to know to prevent legal troubles. Social Media Rules When it […]

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  • New Jersey’s Strangulation Statute

    December 07, 2022

    New Jersey recently amended its strangulation statute to increase the grading of the criminal offense under state law.  Grading of Strangulation Charge Recently Increased in New Jersey In July 2021, Governor Phil Murphy signed a bill that increased the grading of the offense of assault by strangulation from a third-degree crime to a second-degree crime. […]

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  • Consequences of Criminal Trespassing With No Prior History

    November 11, 2022

    If you’re convicted of criminal trespassing in New Jersey, you could be met with harsh consequences so understanding your legal charges, as well as your options, is important. What is Criminal Trespassing? Criminal trespassing refers to entering a property in which you don’t have permission. Criminal trespassing in New Jersey can be categorized as either […]

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  • NJ Construction Company Owner Charged with Tax and Bankruptcy Fraud

    November 02, 2022

    A federal grand jury recently charged the owner of a New Jersey construction company with tax crimes and bankruptcy fraud. Landing, NJ Man Charged with Tax and Bankruptcy Fraud The indictment, unsealed on October 20th, charged Zeki Donuk of Landing, NJ, with tax evasion, failure to pay employment taxes, making false statements in bankruptcy, and […]

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  • How to Defend Against Tax Fraud 

    October 26, 2022

    Tax fraud is a crime that can be charged at the state or federal level. Whether you are under investigation by the IRS or by the New Jersey Department of Revenue, you need to take the possibility of prosecution for tax fraud seriously. Not all instances of mistakes on tax returns are intentional, so it […]

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  • How Many Years Can the IRS Go Back to Find Fraud?

    October 06, 2022

    In recent years, the IRS and the U.S. Department of Justice have put a renewed focus on investigating and prosecuting cases of federal tax fraud. Particular types of tax fraud that federal investigators are focusing on include payroll tax fraud, offshore tax fraud, and stolen identity tax fraud. Every year, the DOJ investigates and prosecutes […]

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