What type of cases are normally heard in a closed courtroom?

I agree with the assesment of my colleague. Almost all criminal proceedings are considered open to the public. Those that are not, are closed by...

Change Address

Most State statutes pertaining to a change of address on a DL require that the address listed be your residence. The Court will want an explanation...

Can you change a guilty plea to not guilty

In NJ and in most jurisdictions, the potential legal recourse would be to file an Appeal; or, to file a petition for Post-Conviction Relief....

Do i have to give a witness statement in an assault

As a witness, you have no privilege to avoid testimony. If you were to testify falsely, you would expose yourself to criminal charges for perjury....

If the officer who issued my ticket misspells my name, does that mean I am not legally responsible for paying the ticket?

NO, it means that there is a typographical error on the ticket and you need to address the resolution of the ticket with the Court. Good...

How can i get my court date change in a criminal case

In NJ and in most jurisdictions, the choices you have are to either show up, or get it adjourned. If you fail to show up without getting it...

The short answer is, NO. A copy of a letter you wrote proves nothing. You will need to get an official disposition letter, showing what the State...

Can a person go on an international trip even though they are charged with a felony (but plead not guilty)?

When one of our clients in NJ are confronted by this situation, we typically address the matter to the Court so all parties (Court and prosecutor)...

Can you get expungement for poss of CDS in the state of NJ?

Yes, the charge can be expunged, so long as you are otherwise eligible for expungement (there are a number of conditions that must be applicable to...

What charges and jail time will I face for giving a false statement to the police which led to an arrest?

In NJ and most other jurisdictions, you are potentially subject to being charged with Filing a False Report and False Swearing charges. The problem...