Among the more controversial situations affecting the police and the public these days is confusion surrounding stop and frisk laws. Stop and frisk is a controversial move that has led to allegations of harassment and even racial profiling. Stop and frisk is a method used by police that allows an officer, with reasonable suspicion, to […]

Sexting is the act of sending or receiving nude or sexually explicit images or video through an electronic device such as a phone or computer. While largely attributed to teens and younger adults, the popularity and accessibility of electronic devices and smartphones has resulted in sexting even amongst older adults. Sexting is often consensual between […]

Far and away the most severe crime a person could commit is murder. The act of taking someone’s life is punishable by some of the worst penalties legally possible. Murder is so serious, that even attempter murder holds high penalties and even jail time. Attempted murder is defined as a canceled or failed attempt to […]

Everyone makes mistakes. Occasionally, these mistakes can land a person in a situation could have them facing criminal charges. The state of New Jersey, as with many other states, has diversionary programs in place that serve to help those who have committed a crime reconcile with their crime without necessarily having to endure court or […]

Probation can be extremely beneficial. It allows a person to potentially avoid jail time while still allowing a defendant a modicum of freedom. However, the rules for probation are not always made completely clear. While a defendant should always consult with a probation officer regarding the exact terms and details regarding their specific situation, it’s […]