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- Another Massage Therapist Arrested for Sexually Assaulting a Client
Aug 7, 2019
New Jersey Sexual Assault Over the past several months, New Jersey has initiated a coordinated campaign against professional massage therapists who are suspected of sexually assaulting their clients. Since the beginning of the year, at least five massage therapists have lost their licenses and faced criminal charges. What exactly are the consequences of getting charged with 28-Year-Old Massage Therapist Arrested for Sexually Assaulting Customer On August 2nd, New Jersey police apprehended another massage therapis...Read More - Possession of a Prohibited Weapon in New Jersey
Aug 2, 2019
The right to bear arms is a constitutional right, however, all states do limit someone’s ability to carry and/or possession of firearms in certain places. Anyone who possesses a weapon that is prohibited by state and/or federal law can be charged with possession of a prohibited weapon. With the help of a criminal defense lawyer from The Law Office of Jill R. Cohen, you can ensure that your legal rights are protected every step o...Read More - New Jersey Man Sentenced For Death And Robbery In Drug Deal Gone Wrong
Jul 9, 2019
A resident of Orange Township was sentenced to 40 years in prison for the killing and robbery of a man they were meant to purchase marijuana from. Joseph Villani and his girlfriend Raquel Garajau made a plan to rip off dealer Trupal Patel on February 6, 2017, when Patel came to Villani’s home to sell them the marijuana. It was then that Villani shot and killed the man, stole the drugs and his possessions, an...Read More - New Jersey Man Charged With Sexual Assault After Exchanging Lewd Pictures With Underaged Girl
Jul 1, 2019
Sexual Assault With a Minor in New Jersey A Riverdale resident faces charges of Sexual Assault Laws In New Jersey Under New Jersey law, an individual can be charged with aggravated sexual assault if they make “sexual contact” with a person who is less than 13 years old. This is a first degree crime in the state, which carries a penalty of up to 20 years in prison. It is important to note tha...Read More - How to Lift a Restraining Order in Westmont, New Jersey
Jun 12, 2019
Restraining Orders in New Jersey The deterioration of a marriage or family relationship can sometimes be the result of domestic violence or at least the accusation of What is a Restraining Order? A restraining order is a court order made by a judge that stipulates that a person cannot make contact with another specified person and must remain a certain distance from this person at all times. This order includes all types of contact...Read More - How Can a Lawyer Help If I’m Charged With Carrying a Concealed Weapon?
Jun 5, 2019
If you’ve been charged with carrying a concealed weapon in New Jersey, you should know that the penalties for this violation are often steep and may involve years in prison. A concealed weapon can also be something other than a gun. You can also be charged with carrying a concealed switchblade, stun gun, or even a baseball bat. These are only a few of the reasons why you need expert and experienced legal representation i...Read More - New Jersey Possession of CDS: Intent and Distribution
May 14, 2019
Controlled Dangerous Substances in New Jersey A controlled dangerous substance is defined as a drug that is classified as having potential for abuse. This can be something as legal as a prescribed high strength painkiller like oxycodone or anxiety medication like Xanax to something as serious and completely illegal like heroin or cocaine. Possession of a controlled dangerous substance in New Jersey brings serious penalties if you are charged especially in situations that involve distributio...Read More - Juveniles and Felony Charges
May 7, 2019
In the legal world, children and juveniles don’t often receive the same type or level of punishment for the same crimes that are committed by someone 18 or over. Only the most severe crimes on a case-by-case basis usually result in a juvenile being charged with a felony. A judge decides in certain circumstances whether a young individual should be tried as a juvenile or as an adult. If your child is facing felony charges...Read More - Disorderly Conduct Charges In New Jersey
Apr 9, 2019
You’ve likely heard of the term “disorderly conduct” before. It’s a commonly charged crime that usually serves as a catch-all for unruly and disruptive behavior. For the average person, this definition can seem frustratingly broad. Understanding the finer points of how this crime is defined can help you avoid charges and the number of negative consequences that come with it. Here is a short guide to disorderly conduct charges in New Jersey and what yo...Read More - Double Homicide in Camden, New Jersey
Mar 12, 2019
The police in New Jersey are investigating a tragic crime after they discovered two homicide victims in an idling vehicle on February 27th. Read on to learn the details of this crime, the penalties of Double Homicide in Camden According to initial reports, police were called out to the Fairview neighborhood when concerned witnesses noticed an idling car sitting in the street for an extended period of time. Officers pulled up to the 280...Read More
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