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Although most people tend to think of arrest warrants as only applying in the most serious criminal cases, such as murder, sexual assault, or a crime involving the use of a gun, the reality is that there are many situations in which a warrant can be issued for someone’s arrest. Of course, there are still rules in […]

Graves Act Defense Attorneys in Middlesex County, NJ More and more states across the country are enforcing harsh laws that place significant restrictions on gun rights, as well as imposing severe penalties against anyone convicted of a gun-related crime. One state with particularly punitive gun laws is New Jersey, where the Graves Act limits the […]

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Moving to a new state can be exciting. However, whether you moved for a new job, retire in a better location, help family or friends, or any other reason, your new area requires adjusting to a different environment, culture, and rules. Sure, you must change your driver’s license, car registration, and address, minor inconveniences, but […]

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Presumption of Incarceration, Non-Incarceration, Evidence and their Impact on Criminal Charges in Ocean County, NJ In New Jersey’s criminal statutes, the legislature included legal presumptions regarding sentencing and admitting evidence of a crime to the courts. The sentencing presumptions pertain to incarceration, while the evidentiary presumptions pertain to the evidence a prosecutor must provide as […]

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New Brunswick Gun Possession Lawyers Let’s be blunt: you do not want to be charged with illegal gun possession in New Brunswick, New Jersey or anywhere else in this state for that matter. New Brunswick serves as the county seat of Middlesex County, and it’s one of the most heavily populated cities in the county. […]

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Criminal Attorneys Defending 2nd Degree Indictable Offenses in Toms River NJ While some states divide crimes into felonies and misdemeanors, New Jersey categorizes the equivalents into indictable crimes and disorderly persons offenses. Within these two divisions, however, are subcategories of legal violations. For instance, the legal codes grade indictable crimes by severity of the criminal […]

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What Is New Jersey’s Drug Court Program and What Can It Do for My Case? For a long time, New Jersey had some of the toughest drug crime laws in the country, and defendants in drug cases often suffered the consequences with long prison sentences. However, over time, authorities realized that a better way to […]

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Criminal Defense Attorneys Explain Benefits and Options with Plea Negotiations for Ocean County Criminal Charges If you’ve been charged with a crime in New Jersey, having a qualified criminal defense lawyer to negotiate a plea deal on your behalf may be your best chance to avoid the most severe penalties and stay out of jail. […]

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So You Have Been Charged With a Crime in New Jersey, Could Probation Be an Option for Your Case? Anytime a person is charged with a crime in New Jersey, they have to be worried that they will be required to serve time in jail or prison. This is especially true when the person has […]

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A domestic violence case can turn your life upside-down, posing more questions than answers and leaving you feeling lost and alone. First and foremost, you are not alone. The attorneys at William Proetta Criminal Law have the experience, drive, and fundamental understanding of the nuances of criminal procedure and restraining orders in New Jersey domestic […]