What consequences does a 2nd maybe 3rd poss of heroin charge carry in Monmouth county. Previous charges were 10 years prior

More information is needed, but in my opinion jail and/or prison time is definitely possible here. You may have the option of Drug Court, which...

Your friend needs an experience criminal defense attorney. He has a weapons offense and a CDS (drug) charge. There are factual as well as legal...

Does anyone know of any criminal pro bono lawyers in or near Essex County, NJ?

Apply for a Public Defender. If you qualify, which would be based on economic circumstances, that attorney can guide you.

Can I be liable for accident caused by an unlicensed driver driving his own car, where I am on the passenger seat?

Unless you contributed in some way to proximately cause the accident, I do not see where you are liable. If you were injured, you may have a...

I would like to know what my possible charges could be for a DWI, refusal to take a breathalyzer, and a careless driving ticket?

These charges are NOT felony offenses, but they will remain on your history and be important (i.e. negative showings) depending upon what jobs you...

How do detainers in other states effect inmate release?

More information is needed in my opinion. The Interstate Agreement on Detainers ("IAD") can apply in these circumstances, but most likely a round...

Should my fiance take this deal: a 365 for a VOP of 1 year

Much more information is needed. There are ways to address a VOP and even a subsequent VOP and minimize the potential jail time. There are also...

New Jersey does not have offenses classified as "misdemeanors." The term used is "disorderly person offenses." However, the inquiry is as to good...

Can I sue a neighbor for money I spent in legal fees to defend myself of being wrongfully accused of a criminal offense?

Yes, you may have a civil suit. You also may have factual grounds for charges of harassment and possibly other offenses.

Is it probable to have an aggravated assult case dropped if it was the result of a domestic case with a restraint order?

Your brother needs a criminal defense attorney. The prosecutor will not necessarily drop the case even if his wife states she does not wish to...