What 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 protection 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 in 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 […]
Read MoreThe Consequences of Getting into a Drunk Driving Accident
Posted December 13th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents, Criminal Defense.
December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month and for good reason. With holiday celebrations happening this month, there is bound to be plenty of drinking and driving going on in the next few weeks. According to the latest statistics by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 10,000 people had died in alcohol-related crashes in […]
Read MoreWhat Happens if You’re Caught Driving Without License?
Posted November 30th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
You need to pick up a few things from the store. You hop into your car and begin driving to the store. It’s then that you realize you left your wallet at home. You make an illegal U-turn and speed home, only to see flashing lights behind you. Oh no, you don’t have your license! […]
Read MoreWhy Was this Defendant’s Confession Deemed Inadmissible?
Posted November 1st, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
Make no mistake. It’s never a good idea to confess to anything when you’re facing criminal charges. Meanwhile, the fact that a defendant admits to a crime doesn’t always lead to a conviction. Truth be told, there are all types of reasons that a defendant’s confession may be deemed inadmissible. In some instances, this may […]
Read MoreSex Offender List One of the Top Shares on Social Media
Posted October 25th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
Halloween is just days away, and the warnings are out. One of the top shares at this time of the year is sex offender lists. The New Jersey State Police offers a means for the public to access the names and locations of those convicted of sex offenses. As children head door to door for […]
Read MoreIndictable Crimes vs. Disorderly Persons Offenses: What’s the Difference?
Posted October 19th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
It may have been a case of being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Or maybe you didn’t realize what you were doing was considered illegal. Or perhaps you didn’t do it. Whatever the case may be, you are under arrest for a crime in New Jersey. You go to your hearing to […]
Read MoreHow Do You Know If There’s an Warrant Out for Your Arrest?
Posted September 28th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
You’re in a hurry to get to work, and your foot was a little heavy on the gas pedal this morning. As a result, a police officer had caught you speeding and pulled you over. You hand over the proper paperwork and wait for the speeding ticket. That’s when things go awry. You’re told to […]
Read MoreDo the Police Need a Warrant to Search Your Glove Box?
Posted September 18th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
It could be that something just doesn’t seem right to you. The police pulled you over for a minor traffic violation. As the stop progressed, it seemed as though the officer made some unnecessary demands. You had reasons for not wanting to open your glove box. To your shock and horror, he took it upon […]
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