A traffic violation is not something you should take lightly. After all, a traffic violation can severely impact your driving record, insurance rates and result in costly fines, surcharges and even jail time. In most cases, a motor vehicle summons must be issued within 30 days of the violation. This is outlined in Statute N.J.S.A. 39:5-3. However, there are exceptions…

Experienced Municipal Court Defense Attorney As a municipal court prosecutor and defense attorney, I have taken countless traffic tickets to trial. Many of these were careless driving and reckless driving tickets. A common question people ask is what is the difference between these two offenses? The differences are subtle, but can have an enormous impact on your driving record. Careless…

A criminal conviction can upend a person’s life in a matter of seconds. While anyone who is charged with a crime could be facing a lengthy jail sentence and monetary fines, the consequences are even steeper for undocumented immigrants or those who have overstayed their Visa. Both the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 and Immigration and…

I have guided many clients through the PTI application process as a New Jersey defense attorney. PTI can be a great opportunity for individuals charged with criminal offenses to avoid conviction. In some cases it can be relatively straightforward to get into PTI. However, in many other situations with particular charges or circumstances there can be many obstacles to PTI admission.…

The question of can police search your car without your consent in NJ is a common one I receive. After all, most drug and gun possession charges occur following a motor vehicle stop and car search by the police. I have litigated this issue countless times both as a prosecutor and defense attorney. If you are facing drug possession or gun charges after your car…

If you’ve been arrested for sexual assault in New Jersey, then you likely have a lot of questions. From understanding the criminal process to questioning what type of penalties you could face, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed. Learn everything you need to know about sexual assault charges in New Jersey below. What You Need to Know About Sexual Assault Charges…

Medical marijuana has taken the world by storm. It’s become so ubiquitous in some New Jersey citizen’s lives that dispensaries are currently being considered “critical” businesses that must remain open throughout the Covid-19 global crisis. Despite this distinction, it may come as a shock that it’s still illegal in our state to get caught possessing marijuana and other drugs. Don’t…

NJ cell phone tickets carry surprisingly harsh penalties. I have taken to trial hundreds of cell phone and other traffic tickets in New Jersey as a municipal court prosecutor. While these cases can be tough, there are ways to get a NJ cell phone ticket dismissed. I draw on this experience when assisting private clients in defending against cell phone violations as…

If you have been attacked by a pit bull in NJ, you may have a good lawsuit on your hands. This can compensate you for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. While the amount of damages will vary depending on the facts of your case, liability is usually easy to establish. You have a short time to file…

As a NJ defense attorney, I have defended hundred of shoplifting cases. As a former prosecutor I also have experience on the other side of the courtroom. I have also assisted many nurses and other medical professionals charged with shoplifting in NJ. The first question most ask is “can you your nursing license for shoplifting in NJ?” How Does New…