Few things can ruin an otherwise perfectly pleasant day like seeing a police officer's patrol car lights flashing in your rear-view mirror. Especially if you've had a traffic ticket in the recent past, the last thing you want is more points added to your driving...
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The subjective nature of field sobriety tests
If police arrest you for drunk driving, they may have made up their minds that you were intoxicated long before they approached your vehicle. Perhaps your car swerved over the yellow line, or you were driving too slowly, as people tend to do when police are following...
Is it true what they say about drugs on college campuses?
Whether this is your first or final year at a New Jersey college or university, you've likely already faced (and hopefully overcome) several challenges. Perhaps you had never been away from your family before, and it took some time to work through the homesickness you...
Did seemingly harmless items leave you facing possession charges?
Many New Jersey residents may have dabbled in actions throughout their lives that were not entirely legal. Though they may not have faced criminal charges or considered themselves criminals, those actions likely still should not have been carried out. Some parties may...
Identifying possible prescription drug abuse by college students
Like other New Jersey parents, you sent your child off to college in the hopes that he or she would study hard, earn a degree and enjoy some measure of success in life. You more than likely gave your college-bound child sage advice regarding the dangers of drinking...
How could your Miranda Rights affect your criminal defense?
At any point in your life, you could find yourself facing an unexpected legal situation. Though the details of the predicament could range to include numerous scenarios, you may feel unprepared for any incident that may require legal action. If you find yourself...
College tests will look like fun compared to these tests
Do you hate tests? If so, you are definitely not along. Most college students in New Jersey have at least a small dislike for the testing process. All those hours of studying, memorizing, and otherwise trying to cram massive amounts of information into your brain in...
What is assault and how can I fight back against these charges?
A criminal charge of any kind can interrupt and change your life, no matter how major or minor the charge may seem. You may feel overwhelmed by your situation, yet no matter what happened to lead to criminal charges, you still have the right to defend yourself and...
A criminal conviction could really mess up your college finances
If you're like many New Jersey college students, the idea of paying for four years (or more) of post-secondary education seems impossible unless you obtain financial aid. After all, this isn't Europe, where college education is often free. Given the fact that...
Protect your right to drive and keep points off your license
As a New Jersey driver, you know how important it is to keep your license in good standing and avoid the financial penalties that come when you have points on your license. It can be useful to know how the points system works and how you can protect your personal...