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New Jersey law prohibits or restricts the possession of several types of firearms and firearm accessories. Assault weapons are banned entirely, as are machine guns and sawed-off shotguns. Possessing a handgun is also prohibited unless you are a current or former police officer, or you have a special permit. Finally, gun accessories such as silencers […]
No one under the age of 18 can purchase a firearm in New Jersey, and residents under the age of 21 are prohibited from purchasing a handgun without a special permit or authorization. Certain individuals are also entirely barred from purchasing guns in the state, including those convicted of violent crimes, serious drug violations, or […]
Yes, you should seek help without delay. Time is of the essence. The sooner you get an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side, the sooner you can protect your rights and develop a defense strategy that works best for you and your circumstances.
In New Jersey, the standard BAC limit for alcohol intoxication is 0.08 percent. A driver who has a BAC at or above that level is deemed to be driving under the influence. Commercial drivers, such as truck drivers, bus drivers, or limo drivers, are subject to a lower limit of 0.04 percent while on duty. […]
Under certain circumstances, a DUI may be charged as a felony, also called an indictable crime or offense, in New Jersey. Factors that may raise the grading of a DUI charge in New Jersey include: Driving with a suspended license, especially when a suspension was ordered for a prior DUI Driving with a minor child […]
A DUI charge in New Jersey may be dismissed by the judge if the prosecution lacks sufficient evidence to prove any of the elements of the charge. In most cases, this involves having breathalyzer or blood test results excluded from evidence, either because the evidence was obtained in violation of a defendant’s rights (such as […]
New Jersey law does not distinguish between DUI and DWI, as both crimes are prosecuted under the same statute. However, the term DWI is normally used to refer to cases involving alcohol intoxication, while DUI is used in cases involving driving under the influence of drugs, including illicit substances as well as legal prescription medications.