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Across the nation, marijuana laws are changing. Many states have approved the medical form of the drug, while others have completely legalized the substance for personal use. Despite these new advancements, it is vitally important for citizens to remember that driving while under the influence of marijuana remains a crime in all 50 states. Is […]

Marijuana advocates in New Jersey are thrilled at the state’s recent advancements towards giving their citizens greater freedoms with the controversial substance. Recently, a nationwide movement has caused many states to legalize the medicinal use of the drug, and some states have also begun moving towards legalizing the recreational use of marijuana. A new bill […]

On November 2, 2018, the Honorable Edward J. McBride, J.S.C., sentenced 43-year-old Yasin Knight to 5 and one-half years in prison for a criminal conviction he incurred as a result of his connection to a retail theft ring operating in South Jersey. Pursuant to the sentencing order entered in this case, Knight must serve approximately […]

On November 9, 2018, 23-year-old Jihaad Haskins of Newark was stopped by Lieutenant Guensch of the Millburn Police Department after Lieutenant Guensch observed him walking down the right lane of JFK Highway. After Lieutenant Guensch effectuated the stop, he conducted an investigation, wherein he allegedly found eight items worth an aggregate amount of $305.50 in […]

According to a recent news report, a 30-year-old man was arrested after a traffic stop led to the discovery of marijuana. Police said that a Layton man was pulled over for speeding on the night of Friday, October 26 around 9 p.m. The man, identified as Richard Samartin, was hit with a slew of charges […]

A recent poll of residents in New Jersey has found an increase in support for the legalization of marijuana in the Garden State. The poll, conducted by Rutgers/Eagleton, found that six in 10 residents of New Jersey support the legalization of marijuana in both the use of the drug and possession of the drug. The […]

With the legalization of weed a future possibility, more people are unsure of what substance use is considered okay while driving.  More specifically, those legally using marijuana want to know if it is illegal to drive while under the influence of this drug’s effects.  The simple answer is a resounding and definite yes. Regardless of […]

31 Arrested in NJ “Operation Forefathers” Drug Bust Authorities in New Jersey conducting a routine traffic stop uncovered a massive 430 doses of heroin and 43 baggies of marijuana hidden inside the vehicle. A separate drug bust in the week uncovered about 20 kilograms of drugs hidden inside onion boxes. Drug Bust in New Jersey […]

Legalizing Recreational Marijuana in New Jersey In recent years, there has been growing public support for medicinal and even recreational marijuana use. Several states have introduced and passed legislation to decriminalize or legalize the substance. Marijuana advocates are excited about New Jersey’s latest draft proposal that would legalize small amounts of the drug. New Jersey […]

Michele Finizio Speaks to The Inquirer About Marijuana Legalization in NJ and PA Marijuana possession has been all but decriminalized in the Philadelphia area. In recent years, police officers would arrest thousands of people annually for even the smallest amount found on their person. Now, officers are instead issuing tickets that result in $25 fines. […]