In criminal law, one of the most fundamental principles is that a person should not be convicted of a crime unless they committed a voluntary act or, in limited circumstances, failed to act when they had a legal duty to do so. This principle, known as the requirement of voluntary…
Getting pulled over for failure to maintain a lane in New Jersey is frustrating, especially if you believe you were driving safely. Police officers often use this charge when they think a driver is swerving or drifting. However, many people don’t realize this type of ticket isn’t as straightforward as…
Most people know that they have Constitutional rights in criminal investigations and cases, even if they don’t know exactly what they are. One of these protections, the “fruit of the poisonous tree” doctrine, can significantly affect a criminal proceeding. So what is the fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine? If…
Testimonial evidence is a common form of proof used in New Jersey criminal trials – but exactly what is testimonial evidence? When a witness takes an oath and answers questions before a judge or jury, that testimony becomes part of the case. Witness testimony can influence how the judge or…
You don’t plan your semester around court dates, yet one citation or arrest can put you in two systems at once: your campus conduct process and the criminal courts. New Jersey colleges sit inside a dense legal framework, so even minor missteps can ripple through your academic standing, aid, housing,…
