Expanded eligibility and an easier path to wiping a criminal record clean in New Jersey offer more people the opportunity to move forward with a clean slate. As part of his Second Chance Agenda, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation that creates a petition process for criminal records expun
The Sixth Amendment affords every citizen with the right to representation by an attorney. The only way to enjoy the full breadth of this constitutional protection is to retain counsel as soon as you know you are under investigation or are being arrested. This ensures that you are not placed...
Choosing the right attorney to defend your case is a decision that should not be taken lightly. If facing criminal charges, your initial decision may be whether to hire a private attorney or go with a court-appointed public defender. In New Jersey criminal courts, a public defender is a lawyer...
If you or a loved one is facing a criminal charge, your stress and anxiety may be at an all-time high. This is understandable given that a criminal conviction can impact your ability to obtain employment, pursue an education, obtain housing, or even secure a professional license. However, a tale
If you or a loved one is facing a New Jersey criminal charge, it is probably one of the most stressful and anxious times of your life. Short of losing a loved one, facing a criminal charge is downright frightening given consequences that follow from a conviction and the uncertainty...
