Category: Criminal Defense

teen in jail

Being charged with a crime is a frightening experience for anyone, especially a minor. Fortunately, the juvenile court system in New Jersey often prioritizes rehabilitation over punishment. To that end, courts sometimes give young offenders a second chance through a … Continue reading

Client Avoids Mandatory Prison Following Dismissal of Gun Charges in NJ Keith Oliver was able to secure the dismissal of an indictment for one of his client’s earlier this month. His client was formally indicted by a Grand Jury on … Continue reading

Warrant for arrest document and handcuffs

If you make a mistake and find yourself subject to a bench or arrest warrant in New Jersey, you might feel blindsided and unsure of what to expect. What is the difference between a bench warrant vs. arrest warrant anyway, … Continue reading

New Jersey Criminal Process

Have you been arrested for or charged with a crime in New Jersey? Navigating the criminal justice system can be intimidating and confusing, and you shouldn’t go through it alone. From investigation to trial, every stage of the process requires … Continue reading

Criminal record expungement document

Are you looking for options to clear your criminal record? Expungements and pardons are two different post-conviction processes that may help someone convicted of an offense regain their rights and avoid the discrimination that often comes with a criminal record. … Continue reading

Indictment word being underlined

Even if you are arrested for a felony, called an indictable offense in New Jersey, you may not end up being formally charged with the crime. First, your case must go before the grand jury. The grand jury is a panel … Continue reading

woman being asked by a police officer

You might not be immediately aware if you are being investigated for a crime since there’s no list or database to check. However, other signs might suggest you are being investigated for a crime. The criminal defense attorneys at Keith … Continue reading

law

A statute of limitations sets a time limit for the government to file criminal charges. This law protects defendants from unfair and unreasonable prosecutions when evidence in a case has disappeared or deteriorated. A case against a defendant may be … Continue reading

sandy hook beach

Have you Been Arrested and Charged with a Crime at Sandy Hook NJ? First and foremost, even though the seven mile sand barrier just off the coast of New Jersey known as Sandy Hook is surrounded by towns like Highlands, … Continue reading

gavel with law books

Need Local Jersey Shore Criminal Lawyer Arrested while vacationing at the Jersey Shore? Enjoying fun in the sun or the nightlife before you were charged with a crime? Was it for possession of a fake id? Underage Drinking? Driving while intoxicated? Assault? Disorderly … Continue reading