Is accepting a plea offer (pleading guilty) treated the same as a conviction for expungement purposes?

A conviction is a conviction - whether you plead guilty or are found guilty after trial. There are no exceptions to the statutory bar on...

Can I fight a fine in court for having alcoholic beverages at the beach?

Unfortunately, ignorance of the law is not a valid defense. The best way to give yourself a "fighting chance" is to hire an attorney who appears...

Unfortunately, yes - words are enough to charge someone with a crime. Also unfortunately, forcing the act of oral sex is considered to be sexual...

How much time can be facing ?

In light of the current medical crisis, spitting in someone's face can certainly be considered an act of assault (if not something more serious). ...

No, transferring money into a joint account is not considered to be "contact" with your wife. Therefore, it is not a violation of the...

How many years can a 15 year old get for robbing a McDonalds with a BB gun?

It is irrelevant that the gun was fake and/or a BB gun. The mere presence of it elevates the crime to a 1st degree (the most serious that we have...

The waiting period is 10 years from the date you finish parole. But you may be able to make an application after 5 years if you can prove that an...

You haven't asked a question. Contact the attorney who helped you get into PTI for guidance. You can fight the termination, especially if you...

Unfortunately, you cannot expunge your motor vehicle history.

If someone has a restraing order On you in the State of New Jersey can I call text instant message Facebook you until the point

There are no exceptions to a restraining order. No contact whatsoever, including but not limited to calls, texts, emails, messages or contact...