March 17th is Saint Patrick’s Day. It’s a day to celebrate Irish culture but for many, it’s also an excuse for drinking without limits. Drunk driving and violence is certainly a big concern for police on this holiday. The police will be looking to arrest those who are breaking the law. In New Jersey, in… Read More
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Two Paterson Teens Charged For “Knockout” Of Unsuspecting Man
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 Twitter and… Read More
New Jersey Simple Assault vs Aggravated Assault Charges – What’s the Difference?
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 all… Read More
Simple Assault Penalties in NJ
Confrontations can happen to even the most mild-mannered people resulting in an assault. When the police arrive on the scene of a fight, it may not matter if your actions were because you were sticking up for one of your friends; many times all parties in the dispute will face an assault charge. Assault crimes… Read More
Bar Fight Assault Charges: Think Before You Swing
Anytime alcohol is involved, what starts as a conversations can quickly escalate into a debate, disagreement and result in a bar fight. If someone is injured during a bar fight, you might find yourself slapped with a criminal assault charge. In New Jersey, you can be charged with fighting if you engage in any type… Read More
