For generations, people have run scams, often under the guise of a legitimate business, to personally profit from the unsuspecting. In many cases, scam artists make their business by promoting a service or product that either supposedly boosts the buyer's performance...
Facing criminal charges at any point in the year is stressful but getting arrested over the holidays can be particularly overwhelming. Something that not everyone might realize is that certain crimes tend to spike over the holiday season. This can be due to any number...
Your criminal record will follow you wherever you go. Depending on your criminal history and what you plan to do in life, it could prevent you from traveling, getting employed, getting housing or taking on loans. In short, one mistake could haunt you for the rest of...
Most people learn about the United States Constitution in school, but knowing what it says and understanding what it means are two different matters. All adults must know some fundamental rights that the Bill of Rights provides. When your rights are violated, those...
If you have been accused of a crime, the last thing you should do is start making statements on social media. Keep in mind that there are many social media platforms that the police and prosecutors could access. If you post about your arrest or any relevant details,...
The past month has brought a wave of changes to individual gun rights, affecting citizens in New Jersey and across the country. Amidst the frenzy of activity at both the Supreme Court and state levels, it can be difficult to stay up to date with all of the changes,...
If you have ever been arrested or detained – regardless of whether you were later convicted – you now have a criminal record. This event remains in your permanent history and follows you wherever you go. There are many deficits of having a criminal record, which can...
No one can remain completely cool and collected when the police are taking them into custody or interrogating them. It’s a stressful experience, and it can be easy to make mistakes when emotions are high. But being able to remember what to say – and what not to say –...
Freedom and the right to privacy often go hand in hand. If a police officer attempts to look through your private personal belongings, what are your rights? Can you refuse? Most times, the police cannot look in your wallet, purse or backpack without a warrant to do...
A criminal conviction comes with many life-changing consequences. Not only can it result in expensive fines and a considerable sentence of imprisonment, but it can also have negative effects in other areas of life. However, a person who’s been charged with a crime has...