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Although you have the right to a speedy trial, it is common for those accused of a crime to wait weeks or even months between arraignment and their criminal trial. Most people do not want to spend that much time in state custody, so they will oppose the state's motion...
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...
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....
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...
A DWI traffic stop is a “make or break” moment. It is your hope that the traffic stop will go smoothly, but there is no way of knowing how everything will unfold. And that is especially true if you are under the influence of alcohol. There are a variety of mistakes...
New Jersey has been leading the way when it comes to reforming the cash bail system. Since 2017, the revised bail process in the state has reduced the jail population by nearly 50%. It’s not all good news, however. Whether you get bail largely depends on what happens...