Bail Reduction Hearings 101
June 1, 2021
If you’ve been accused of a crime in New Jersey and you’re not sure of the next steps, you may be hearing information about a bail reduction hearing or the setting of bail. You need to request the bail reduction hearing if you believe that the bail assessed in your case is unreasonable.
Continue ReadingThe Right to Remain Silent and How to Properly Invoke It
March 2, 2018
Most people are at least familiar with the general concept of the right to remain silent. The purpose of the right to remain silent is to help you avoid incriminating yourself accidentally when police officers or other authorities are questioning you about something.
Continue ReadingUnderstanding Cell Phone Searches After an Arrest
January 24, 2018
If police officers arrest you for a suspected crime, they can search you as well as the area within your immediate vicinity or any area that is under your control (such as your vehicle). If they come across your cellphone in the search, you may have questions about whether or not they have the right […]
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