What You Need to Know about Prostitution Charges in NJ
Posted February 21st, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
New Jersey’s prostitution laws might be a bit more expansive than you might imagine. According to NJSA 2C:34-1, the definition of prostitution includes “sexual activity with another person in exchange for something of economic value or the offer or acceptance of an offer to engage in sexual activity in exchange for something of economic value.” […]
Read MoreWhat Exactly is an Internet Sex Crime?
Posted February 19th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
You might be surprised at what exactly constitutes an internet sex crime. For a moment, the combination of words sounds counterintuitive. After all, it seems as though a sex offense would involve some physical act or assault. How can that possibly happen unless two parties meet in person? More than likely, you already know that […]
Read MoreCould the Latest Catholic Sex Abuse List Be Missing Names?
Posted February 14th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
It’s more than a scandal. The five dioceses throughout NJ just released the names of 188 clergy members credibly accused with sex abuse. Meanwhile, the outrage continues. Those named are either deceased or removed from the ministry. Could the list be missing names? Some wonder why the roster of clergy members seems so small. After […]
Read MoreChild Pornography Charges Can Do More than Embarrass You
Posted February 12th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
As far as you’re concerned, it was nothing more than an innocent mistake. Yet, you are facing child pornography charges. Assuredly, you are embarrassed and find it difficult to look in the eyes of family and friends. In the meantime, you have more than mortification to worry about as you look into the future. Could […]
Read MoreStatutory Rape Charges: It’s Not Just Age that Matters
Posted February 7th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
In terms of legal language, it might shock you. New Jersey’s laws regarding sexual violence say nothing about statutory rape. Truth be told, the word rape itself is also absent. If you’re facing indictment for either offense, it’s something that might immediately catch your attention. Of course, that’s not to say that New Jersey law […]
Read MoreWhat You Might Not Know about Date Rape (And, Should)
Posted February 5th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
The truth is you’re losing sleep. You’ve always respected women and understand that “No” means no. So how is it possible that you’re facing date rape charges? There’s no way you did anything wrong. You think back to the evening in question. You and your buddies were out at a local bar when you met […]
Read MoreThe Police Want Your Cell’s Password: What Now?
Posted January 29th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
As you sit in police headquarters, you feel the sweat dripping down your face. One of the officers appears sympathetic to your nervous demeanor. After offering you a drink of water, the female detective runs a question by you. She wants you to give her the password for your cellphone. What now? Did you waive […]
Read MoreWhat the New Gun Violence Law Could Actually Mean to You
Posted January 3rd, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
As New Jersey residents ring in 2019, it’s critical to know that some new laws come into effect. The Extreme Risk Protective Order Act of 2018 offers some protections as far as gun violence that could concern some gun owners. And, yes, it applies to those who legally possess or seek to own firearms in […]
Read MoreThink Before You Waive Your Right to Legal Counsel
Posted December 27th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
The police have taken you into custody for a crime you didn’t commit. Understandably, you feel a myriad of emotions – fear, anger, and impatience. The detective assures you that the best way to handle the situation is to tell your side of the story. You’ll be back to your life in short order. One […]
Read MoreCommitted a Crime During the Holidays? You Better Watch Out!
Posted December 21st, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
With Christmas only days away and New Year’s right around the corner, everyone is feeling the stress of the holidays. From getting your loved one the perfect gift to the inconvenience of traveling to your grandmother’s house to planning the last part of the year, we’re all feeling the strain. The last thing we want […]
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