The Difference Between Municipal Ordinance Violations and Disorderly Persons Offenses
Posted November 3rd, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
Commonalities and contrasts between different laws and violations in the Garden State can be confusing. Luckily, the experts at the Law Offices of Anthony Carbone are here to help you understand the laws of New Jersey a little better. We are going to discuss the differences between municipal ordinance violations and disorderly persons offenses. Before […]
Read MoreA Way Past Your Stray Past: Understanding the Expungement Landscape in Jersey City, NJ
Posted October 27th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
“Your Honor, that record was expunged!” We have all heard this line many times from frantic defense attorneys on Law and Order or any number of courtroom dramas. And unlike many other legal terms, expungement actually means what it sounds like: erasure. So, if one is so fortunate as to have a record expunged, as […]
Read MoreQuestion for Attorney Carbone: There’s a Warrant for My Arrest. What Do I Do?
Posted September 18th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
Question: I just learned that there’s an arrest warrant out for me. The police haven’t contacted me yet. I’m nervous and I’m not sure why there’s a warrant. What should my next steps be? Answer: It’s ok to be nervous. An arrest warrant is no laughing matter. But you made the right choice in contacting […]
Read MoreWere You Pulled Over? Know Your Rights
Posted September 11th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
Did you ever think about what would happen if you were arrested when being pulled over? It’s a scary thought to many, but you don’t need to make the situation worse than it should be. First and foremost, you should always stay calm. The United States Constitution specifies that everyone within U.S. borders is protected […]
Read MoreWhat is the 10-Year Step-Down Rule?
Posted September 8th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
Like many of us, you made a mistake while in college. You got a little tipsy after homecoming one year and was stopped by the police while driving back to your dorm. You were arrested and later charged with a DUI. You faced the penalties and swore that you would never do something that stupid […]
Read MoreCharged with an Indictable Offense? What You Need to Know
Posted August 31st, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
If you’re facing criminal charges for the first time, there’s a good chance the legal lingo goes over your head. You may not even know if you’re charged with an indictable offense. Additionally, you might not grasp the gravity of the situation. More than likely, you’re just hoping that it isn’t your ticket to incarceration. […]
Read MoreCollecting DNA Samples in Criminal Cases: What You Need to Know
Posted August 24th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
For some, DNA evidence can be life-saving. Most recently, the news reported that a convicted murderer’s execution was stayed because of DNA evidence. Obviously, it’s important to know New Jersey’s stance on the collection of DNA samples when you are charged with a crime or convicted of one. If you’re under the impression that everyone […]
Read MoreFaced with Criminal Charges? Watch your Social Media Posts!
Posted August 21st, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
Unless you’re living in a bubble or not on the internet at all, you should recognize the danger of social media. Even if you’re not already facing criminal charges, social media could help put you behind bars. It’s something you should know. Case in point. Although we’re not privy to the outcome, the news reports […]
Read MoreThis is What Happens When You Refuse a Breathalyzer Test
Posted August 17th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
You were out to dinner with a couple of friends and downed a couple of glasses of wine. The owner of the restaurant was pleased with your patronage and sent you over an after dinner cordial. You certainly don’t feel tipsy when you leave to head home. Yet, your worst nightmare unfolds. Before you know […]
Read MoreHow Will an Out-of-State DUI Conviction Affect Your New Jersey License?
Posted August 16th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
While visiting family members in Ohio, you have a couple of drinks in celebration at a local bar. While driving back to your hotel, the police pull you over for speeding. The officer smells alcohol on your breath and asks you to step out of the car. You take a breathalyzer test and it shows that you […]
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