The issue of interstate weapons offenses is a serious one, especially in a state like New Jersey, which has some of the toughest gun laws in the country. When weapons cross state lines, individuals may unwittingly find themselves in violation of federal and state laws, leading to serious consequences.  In this article, we will discuss the various laws and regulations…

Drug crimes are taken very seriously in the state of New Jersey, and the penalties for drug-related offenses can be severe. Drug crimes are categorized by the type of drug, the amount of drug involved, and the intention behind the offense. Drug offenses can range from simple possession to drug trafficking, and navigating New Jersey’s drug crime laws can be…

With the rise of online shopping, package theft has become a growing concern for many people. In fact, a recent survey found that nearly one-third of Americans have experienced package theft, with an estimated $5.4 billion in losses each year. But beyond the financial impact, package theft can also have serious legal consequences. In this article, we’ll take a closer…

The New Jersey Senate narrowly passed a bill that reforms the state’s regulations for the concealed carry of firearms, in response to a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling that could make it easier to obtain concealed carry permits.  New Jersey Senate Passes Bill Along Party Lines; Gov. Murphy Indicates Intent to Sign The Democratic Party-controlled New Jersey Senate voted largely…

A New Jersey resident and former United Nations employee was recently arrested for allegedly drugging 20 women and sexually assaulting another 13 over a span of 20 years. The defendant worked for the United Nations in Iraq as a communications specialist.  On Thursday, October 27, 2022, he was sentenced to 15 years in prison. In May of 2022, the offender…

A resident of Medford, NJ was carjacked while waiting to put air in her tires at a local Wawa. The victim reported that she was approached by a man around 2:30 pm on October 22, 2022, who then physically removed her from her 2015 Nissan Rogue. Two other men then got into the vehicle and drove off.  Video footage from…

If a police officer pulls you over for a broken taillight or other minor vehicle code infraction related to your vehicle, such as an obstructed license plate or tinted windows, you may be shocked or alarmed if the police try to search your vehicle during the stop. But can law enforcement search your vehicle after you were stopped for a…

When two or more students get into a fight at school, it can lead to involvement with the courts for one or more of the students in the fight. Whether a high school fight will be prosecuted may depend on the facts and circumstances of the altercation, how the fight was resolved, and whether anyone suffered injuries in the fight. …

Actor Gary Busey was charged with several counts of sex crimes after he was alleged to have groped at least three individuals while attending a horror convention in Cherry Hill, NJ Busey Faces Charges Related to Groping Incidents Police in Cherry Hill have charged Busey with two counts of fourth-degree criminal sexual contact and one count of attempted criminal sexual…

Assault represents one of the most serious violent crimes under New Jersey state law. If you’ve been arrested and charged with assault in New Jersey, you may wonder what kind of sentence you could receive if you are ultimately convicted on your charges. Continue reading to find out what the average sentence for assault is in New Jersey and how…