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I got detained for shoplifting at macy’s newjersey today for $135. Will i have a criminal record?

H.'s answer | Answered on July 02, 2019

Unfortunately only time will tell because they have up to one year to send you the criminal complaint. It has been my experience that if Macy's...

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Will he get charged/summons in the mail?

H.'s answer | Answered on July 02, 2019

century 21 is a pretty aggressive store when it comes to prosecuting shoplifters so I would think that he would get charged. Because the amount is...

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Are no contact orders automatic after someone is arrested and charged for domestic violence in nj and how do I know of if one

H.'s answer | Answered on July 02, 2019

A no contact order is not automatic but is generally given when someone is charged. If you have been charged it would be wise to immediately hire...

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If I drop the temporary restraining order against my ex fiancée then what happens to the criminal charges? Are they weakened?

H.'s answer | Answered on July 02, 2019

In General, the TRO has nothing to do with the criminal charge, one is civil one is criminal both have different standards of proof. Attorney...

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How can I get help. Parking lot accident involving a cops wife

H.'s answer | Answered on July 02, 2019

Easiest and cheapest is to just pay the ticket it's the cheapest and in all honesty fighting a cop's wife will never be easy. The problem is you...

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Undocumentd in NJ and was stopped for skipping a red light, driving without a license. Fear of deportation.

H.'s answer | Answered on July 02, 2019

Yes you need to get a consultation with an immigration lawyer. That knows traffic ticket law.

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Should I plea guilty for careless driving ticket because of dental flossing, or just take 2 point penalty?

H.'s answer | Answered on June 30, 2019

Much more information would be needed to tell you what to do and thus the reason us attorneys offer a free in office consultation. That being said...

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I have 28 parking tickets in Jersey City, worth $1500 in fines. Is there a way to negotiate with the City?

H.'s answer | Answered on June 30, 2019

Only way is to ask for a trial and before trial speak to the prosecutor. However this can be a double-edged sword and if you lose on each case not...

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My ex threatened me with scissors and was violent with me a couple months ago then a week ago she threatened to kill me if I

H.'s answer | Answered on June 30, 2019

NJ does not have class 4 crimes, but we do have 4th degree crimes. Generally first time offenders unless someone was injured don't go to jail,...

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Do I have a strong motion to suppress evidence ?

H.'s answer | Answered on June 30, 2019

The smell of marijuana was enough, to justify the search in most instances he does not need to justify the smell. Get a good lawyer this is a...

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I got detained for shoplifting at macy’s newjersey today for $135. Will i have a criminal record?

Will he get charged/summons in the mail?

Are no contact orders automatic after someone is arrested and charged for domestic violence in nj and how do I know of if one

If I drop the temporary restraining order against my ex fiancée then what happens to the criminal charges? Are they weakened?

How can I get help. Parking lot accident involving a cops wife

Undocumentd in NJ and was stopped for skipping a red light, driving without a license. Fear of deportation.

Should I plea guilty for careless driving ticket because of dental flossing, or just take 2 point penalty?

I have 28 parking tickets in Jersey City, worth $1500 in fines. Is there a way to negotiate with the City?

My ex threatened me with scissors and was violent with me a couple months ago then a week ago she threatened to kill me if I

Do I have a strong motion to suppress evidence ?