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Although all Americans have the right to “bear arms,” each of the 50 states has its own set of laws when it comes to owning a gun. In fact, New Jersey has the second strictest gun laws in all of the United States.  New Jersey also sets itself apart from other states by making those […]

After you get arrested for disorderly conduct, one of your biggest concerns will be whether or not you’ll go to jail. It goes without saying that jail’s a scary place and the repercussions of it can linger for years to come, making it difficult to secure housing, employment and even an education. If this is […]

If you have been following New Jersey’s marijuana laws, you’re probably familiar with all the changes over the last few years. At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, voters approved an amendment that would allow the use of recreational marijuana. In February of 2021, the governor of New Jersey officially signed this into law. New […]

Drug crimes can lead to severe consequences in New Jersey. This is especially true when charged with drug distribution. Learning what potential consequences you’re dealing with, as well as your available defenses, is important as you navigate these charges. What is Drug Distribution? Drug distribution in New Jersey refers to an intent to sell drugs. […]

One of the worst things that you can receive in the mail is an envelope from the IRS. While all communications from the IRS aren’t negative, many are. One of the first things that the IRS may do is initiate an audit following the identification of red flags on your tax return. From here, they’ll […]

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 […]

Black Friday, one of America’s most popular shopping holidays, is also the leading day for theft-related crimes. Reports show that theft rates increase by 2% more than any other day of the year. If you break the numbers down even further, information from Travelers Insurance indicates that off-premises theft increases by 28%. Common Types of […]

Many agree that Thanksgiving is the official start of the holiday season. You might be surprised to learn that the night before Thanksgiving is the beginning of the holiday DUI season. What is the Holiday DUI Season? The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports an increase in DUIs and alcohol-related accidents during the holidays. […]

As your child gets tired of dressing up and going trick or treating, their celebrations of Halloween as a teen may look a little different. Celebrating Halloween as a teen may involve house parties and in some cases, drinking alcohol. Drinking as a teen can lead to many consequences, including: Drinking and Driving Teens are […]

Halloween is a time for candy and costumes. For some teens, it may also be a time for criminal charges. Halloween is one of the most common times of the year that kids and teens get into trouble. Before your child heads out to celebrate Halloween, make sure they, and you, know their juvenile rights. […]