by david schwartz | Feb 12, 2016 | Federal Criminal News
Were you the subject of an unlawful or false arrest? Did the police use excessive force upon you? Were your New Jersey and Federal Civil Rights violated? What steps can you take to protect your liberty and preserve your rights? Are you entitled to money award for the... by david schwartz | Feb 2, 2016 | Federal Criminal News
Marijuana use continues to gain acceptance in the United States. Not surprisingly, nationwide arrests for simple possession of cannabis have dropped in recent years. In contrast, instead of declining, marijuana arrests in New Jersey have increased., jumping 10 percent... by david schwartz | Jan 25, 2016 | Federal Criminal News
A new law will make it easier for those who have been charged or convicted of a crime or disorderly persons offense to expunge their criminal record. Expungement is essential for anyone seeking a new, or better job, for those applying for certain housing, and for... by david schwartz | Aug 31, 2015 | Federal Criminal News
On July 28, 2015, the New Jersey Attorney General issued a new directive on the use of Body Worn Cameras. This new directive responds to the obvious need to document police encounters in the wake of the deaths of unarmed civilians in Ferguson, Missouri, South... by david schwartz | Aug 18, 2015 | Federal Criminal News
In defending a domestic violence complaint, many New Jersey criminal lawyers focus on defending against the specific allegations of domestic violence. That remains the best practice and is the primary focus of a proper domestic violence defense. However, it is well... by david schwartz | Aug 12, 2015 | Federal Criminal News
Many of our clients who are investigated for or charged with a federal criminal offense want to know whether they should attend a proffer session in a federal criminal case. In particular, they want to know whether, by providing the United States Attorney’s Office...