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What should you know about the Graves Act?

Due to the nature of the crimes, weapons offenses often have serious penalties associated with them. The Graves Act exists to provide mandatory minimum sentencing in these situations. Not only does it help judges when accepting any plea bargains associated with firearm-related crimes, but it also helps ensure a mandatory...

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Circumstances That Can Enhance Graves Act Sentencing

Under the Graves Act, New Jersey residents convicted of weapons offenses receive a minimum mandatory prison time sentence. There are, however, certain circumstances that are likely to enhance a sentence beyond the mandatory minimum. If you receive a criminal charge that pertains to the Graves Act, it is important to...

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What is the Graves Act?

Weapons offenses can carry serious penalties. In New Jersey, lawmakers created the Graves Act to handle such crimes and provide mandatory minimum sentencing. According to the New Jersey Courts, the Graves Act helps to ensure mandatory prison time and helps judges when accepting plea bargains associated with firearm charges. Mandatory...

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Possession of a Prohibited Weapon in New Jersey

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...

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Concealed Carry Bill Moves Forward in Congress

The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed legislation that would allow a person with a concealed pistol license in one state to concealed-carry their weapon in other states. The “Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act” passed with 231 representatives voting for it and 198 voting against. Six Democrats voted for the measure,...

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Two Men Charged with Illegal Gun Sales in New Jersey

South Carolina Man Charged with Illegal Handgun Possession in NJ Out-of-towners should take notice: New Jersey doesn’t tolerate illegal sales of firearms or other weapons. Police recently apprehended two men for selling guns in New Jersey. At least one of the men was from South Carolina. The men allegedly tried...

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