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- Why You Need A Lawyer For Hudson County Domestic Violence Cases
May 20, 2016
Getting charged with domestic violence is a serious charge that many individuals feel confused and frustrated by and not sure what they should do. At the Law Offices of Thomas Carroll Blauvelt, I get how you are feeling and will make sure that your side of the story is heard loud and clear by the court. Don’t try to handle this on your own and don’t accept the charges against you without presenting your side...Read More - Somerset Domestic Violence Defenses: How An Attorney Can Help
May 20, 2016
Let’s start with this very simple truth that many people quickly forget when facing the Somerset criminal justice system: just because you are charged with domestic violence does not mean you will be convicted of it. So with that in mind, take a deep breath and keep reading. At the Law Offices of Thomas Carroll Blauvelt, we are here to help fight the domestic violence charges against you and allow you to begin living your...Read More - New Jersey does not offer diversion programs to DUI offenders
Apr 28, 2016
In many states, first-time DUI offenders can participate in diversionary programs that allow them to avoid the harsh penalties of a conviction and keep their records clean. While New Jersey does have diversion programs – such as the Pre-Trial Intervention Program (“PTI”), the Conditional Discharge Program and the Conditional Dismissal Program – for certain offenses, none of these programs apply to DUI. However, that does not mean your case is hopeless. Prosecutors do have the...Read More - New Jersey has strict shoplifting penalties
Apr 7, 2016
If you are convicted of shoplifting in New Jersey, you will pay for two things: your crime and your conviction. In New Jersey, shoplifting penalties include fines, community service and possible jail times. But, they also allow store owners to recover all of their monetary losses linked to the shoplifting. This might even include the store owners’ court fees. Exactly what is shoplifting? In New Jersey, shoplifting is defined as taking an item, or attempting...Read More - Are juvenile records really private?
Mar 22, 2016
Everyone knows juvenile records are sealed and can’t be viewed by anyone….right? Wrong. While it is true that juvenile records are “strictly safeguarded” in New Jersey, they are not completely hidden from public view. In fact, juvenile records are accessible by more people than you may think. Juvenile records are not invisible Most states offer complete protection while a juvenile matter is pending. However, once a child has been adjudicated “delinquent” (the equivalent of “guilty”...Read More - What is a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE)?
Mar 9, 2016
In New Jersey, it is illegal to drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Police have tools, like the Breathalyzer, to measure the amount of alcohol in a driver’s blood. However, determining whether a driver is under the influence of drugs – and whether those drugs have caused impaired driving – is more difficult. In the 1970s the Los Angeles Police Department created a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) program to help officers determine whether...Read More - New Jersey’s marijuana possession laws
Mar 9, 2016
The legalization of marijuana is a hot topic in the U.S. Many states have taken steps toward its de-criminalization, while others still issue severe criminal punishments for possessing even small amounts of marijuana – New Jersey lies somewhere in the middle. While it is still illegal to possess marijuana for non-medical purposes, the laws have lightened the punishments for users possessing very small amounts of pot. Below is a brief overview of New Jersey’s marijuana...Read More - NJ Commercial Drivers’ License Violation
Feb 4, 2016
Plainsboro Commercial Drivers’ License Violation Attorney Your car isn’t just a way to get from one place to another-it is actually where your paycheck comes from. If you are dealing with a Plainsboro commercial drivers’ license violation, we understand the stress and frustration you are experiencing right now. Concerns about the legal uncertainty of your case are totally normal so take a deep breath and keep reading. The unfortunate reality is, you do not need...Read More - NJ Cell Phone Ticket
Feb 4, 2016
Highland Park, NJ Cell Phone Ticket Attorney Let’s be honest- the urge to pick up your phone when you drive is always there. Whether you are trying to multi-task while driving or want to call in your dinner on your way home from work, quickly grabbing your phone while driving is something many of us are guilty of at one time or another. Unfortunately, the state of New Jersey was one of the first states...Read More - NJ Driving While Suspended
Feb 4, 2016
Monroe, New Jersey is a beautiful place to work, live and shop. And to really enjoy all that Monroe has to offer you need to drive. Losing your ability to drive in Monroe can be an incredibly frustrating and financially draining experience. Imagine how much longer it will take to get to work if you have to take public transportation? Or how difficult it will be to pick your children up from school if you...Read More