NJ Law Blogs

If you've been charged with resisting arrest in New Jersey, you need to contact an experienced NJ criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. For any questions or information regarding following steps, defense strategies and your rights, listen to what the experienced attorneys at Villani & DeLuca have to say.

Getting advice from a lawyer who has experience with New Jersey criminal law is always a smart choice. Even seemingly minor criminal charges can have life-altering consequences, and strictly enforced court procedures make it nearly impossible for an inexperienced person to present a compelling d...

People may not always know how to react in an emergency, but New Jersey Good Samaritan laws encourage bystanders to help those in urgent need. These laws provide legal protections for those who offer medical assistance or call 911. New Jersey has two Good Samaritan laws. The first law prote...

The attorney you hire can make or break your case, so take your time and choose carefully. Find out if an attorney is a good fit for your case by asking these 9 questions before you commit to working together. 1. Do You Handle Cases Like Mine? This is the first question you should ask when consi...

Many shore towns such as Belmar, Asbury Park or Point Pleasant Beach see a large number of visitors who are trying to enjoy the well-known bars and clubs. While at these locations it is very easy for people to lose control after having too much to drink which could lead to a bouncer decidin...

Howell Police Department recently arrested for drug possession after a man was stopped and found to have several illegal drugs on his person, including cocaine, percocet and marijuana. According to reports, a patrolman noticed a car driving erratically, failing to maintain its lane, wit...

A 49-year-old woman pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of an accident in a Monmouth County courtroom. The driver has plead guilty to one count each of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death and second-degree endangerment, and two counts of third-degree endangerment. The driver...

Point Pleasant Beach is the site of popular nightlife, which can sometimes lead to encounters with law enforcement. During a confrontation with law enforcement, if it is revealed that someone in your entourage is in possession of a controlled dangerous substance, there are serious consequences. D...

In NJ, Use or Possession of a Fake ID Can Result in Severe Penalties Now that summer is in full swing, most people like to take advantage of the great weather during the day and the local bar scene at night. Unfortunately, many of those people are not of legal age to drink alcohol and frequent th...

A Colts Neck man was stopped near the Goethals Bridge by Port Authority Police for driving through an EZ Pass lane without paying.  It was discovered that the man had a revoked EZ Pass account and owes more than $78,000 in unpaid tolls and fees. He was arrested, charged with theft and obstruction...

C The Bradley Beach police recently arrested an Asbury Park man on drug possession charges after the man was stopped for a traffic violation.  Drugs and other prohibited items were recovered from the man's vehicle who is now facing charges for manufacturing, distributing and possessing drugs i...

A temporary restraining order (TRO) in New Jersey will be issued before a final restraining order (FRO) can be issued. They should not be taken lightly under any circumstances and if you are facing one, you should exercise extreme caution and consider retaining an experienced Monmouth Count...

A criminal record on your criminal record can hold you back from a lot of things. That is why, when possible, many people take the time to hire a lawyer to have a criminal record expunged. The courts do recognize that people sometimes make mistakes, and once they pay for them, they shouldn't have...

According to the New Jersey State Police, a 34 year old Marlton, N.J. man was arrested and charged, with credit card theft and fraudulent use of a credit card. The accused stole a credit card that was accidentally dropped by the victim at a Pilesgrove Township Wawa. Video footage shows the suspec...

A teen was unprovoked when he attacked a man who was crossing a street in Paterson on December 7, 2015. The teen threw one punch knocking out the unsuspecting man while a second teen recorded what would eventually become a viral video of the attack. The video of the knockout was shared on T...

Underage alcohol consumption and/or possession is one of the most common criminal charges for young people in New Jersey. Knowing that it's so common; however, does not help your child potentially facing punishment in court and a tarnished record. As concerned parents, you hope to avoid o...

When a person is arrested for any reason, it is vital that they understand what their charges mean. This is especially true when it comes to violent crimes, including assault. If you or a loved one has been charged with a certain kind of assault, you may be confused as to what it actually...

Being in possession of prescription drugs without proof that they were prescribed to you is illegal in New Jersey and can result in jail time and large fines. Even though prescription drugs are not your typical street drug, they are still considered a controlled substance and possessing t...

Even in the age of growing medical marijuana usage, earlier this fall, New Jersey courts ruled that the smell of marijuana is still grounds for a warrantless search. New Jersey marijuana laws have been undergoing change all over the country; and despite a 2010 law legalizing marijuana for...

If an individual is placed under arrest for breaking a New Jersey law, he or she will have an arrest record which will affect job searches, credit scores, purchasing or renting a home, military service, civil service jobs and much more. There is an option, however. With the help of an NJ ...

Are You Really Who You Say You Are? The days of creating a fake ID in NJ by cutting laminate to replace your driver's license picture are behind us, but driver's license fraud is far from over. The State of New Jersey is addressing fake ID issues head-on by incorporating facial recognition softwa...

New Jersey law has established severe penalties for distribution or possession of marijuana in a school zone. Whether or not school is in session is not necessarily a defense, but the state must provide a proclamation from the municipality where the arrest happened stating that the area was deeme...

My Son or Daughter Has Been Arrested for Drug Possession: Now What? If your son or daughter, under the age of 18, has been arrested for drug possession in New Jersey, it's natural to feel angry, frustrated and scared about their immediate and long term future. No parent is ever prepared for that ...

How NJ Drug Court Graduates are Hitting Reset on Their Lives In an effort to better get to the true root of drug crimes and rehabilitate offenders motivated by their addictions, New Jersey has instituted a “drug court” system. NJ Drug Court allows offenders arrested for directly drug-related crim...

If a person has been caught with drug paraphernalia, including rolling papers, a pipe, spoons, cutting agents, plastic baggies, capsules, bong, syringes or capsules, they can be arrested and subsequently convicted of possession of drug paraphernalia charges in NJ…but intent must be proven. If you...