500 foot cases (public housing complex) are 2nd degree and carry 5-10 years. These counts are often dismissed in exchange for pleading to 3rd...

What do I do about an interview tomorrow regarding accusations of sexual abuse?

Do not speak to the police or prosecutor under any circumstances. If you are arrested or questioned, immediately request an attorney. You have a...

My friend got 2CDS 1000 from school 3 and distribution w/in 500ft of public housing/park. How much time is expected?

Does your friend have a prior intent to distribute conviction? If so, he could face a mandatory extended term. The ordinary term for a 1000 fter is...

Newly discovered evidence

You can make a motion for a new trial based upon newly discovered evidence, here in New Jersey. There will usually be a hearing to determine if the...

I agree with my colleagues regarding a re-trial. Your current attorney should have reasonable contact with your son. If you (your son) are...

What is reasonable evidence to support probable cause of a drug transaction?

You've left out some important information. Did the police recover any contraband, drugs, packaging material or other types of paraphernalia? Did...