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STATE v. HENDRICKS — NEW JERSEY MURDER TRIAL — "NOT GUILTY" VERDICT

Mr. Tumelty represented Helena Hendricks, who was charged with first degree murder in Atlantic County Superior Court. The defendant faced a number of additional charges, including armed robbery, conspiracy and possession of a handgun for an unlawful purpose. At the conclusion of a jury trial that lasted three weeks, the defendant was found "not guilty" of all charges.

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Concealed Firearm Laws in New Jersey

New Jersey is one of the toughest states to get a permit to carry a concealed firearm out in public. In fact, even out of state permits are typically completely disregarded in New Jersey, and they will prosecute you on the spot. Essentially, concealed firearm laws in New Jersey state that only those with a […]

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When is Law Enforcement Allowed to Knock Down your Door?

Knowing when your door can and cannot be knocked down by a police officer is something you should know about, especially if this is a scenario that has happened to you, because it may help your case if the police officers that barged into your home did so illegally. Law enforcement knocking down one’s door […]

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Learn More About Concealed Weapon Charges

Weapons charges in New Jersey are among the worst in the United States. Most gun charges result in not only a hefty fine but could result in jail time as well. Even for small gun crimes, the consequences can be dire. Knowing your rights when it comes to carrying a gun in New Jersey can be crucial for […]

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When Should You Call an Attorney?

Knowing when and when not to call an attorney is very important, as there are many times when you may not need an attorney’s assistance. The reasons for not wanting an attorney can vary, but many times it just means that there won’t be enough justice to make the case worth it; in these cases, […]

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Out-of-State Prescription Laws in New Jersey

Traveling over state borders with medication can be a little risky, even when the medication you are carrying is legally prescribed. But when someone is caught carry medication that does not belong to them, it is considered a major crime, and can be punishable by jail time. In most cases though, people are able to […]

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