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Q: How can I get more information on a case
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answered on Jul 6, 2020

If you are a charged defendant, the attorney you retain can request discovery and initiate a dialogue about the case with a prosecutor.

If you are the target of an investigation but have not been charged yet, a retained attorney can attempt to speak with investigators and/or prosecutors...
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Q: My brother is currently serving time for Bank Robbery. Has there been any Revision in the NERA Act that would cut his t?

Cut his time substantially?

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answered on Sep 25, 2019

Unfortunately, the No Early Release Act (NERA) has not been changed in a manner which would call for a reduction in your brother’s sentence.

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Q: If my wife bites me and doesn’t let go and punch her to get her to go is that a petty disorderly person
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answered on Sep 25, 2019

Yes you can be charged with assault. However, based on your description you may have a valid self defense claim. Seek a consultation with an experienced criminal defense attorney.

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Q: Second degree theft by deception for a person with no criminal record, what are the chances of serving jail time?
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answered on Jun 18, 2019

Second degree felony offenses in New Jersey carry mandatory sentences between five and ten years in state prison. Depending on the facts and circumstances surrounding the case an experienced attorney may be able to obtain a downgrade to a degree that does not carry with it the presumption of... View More

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Q: Is there a criminal statute of limitations on this law? 2C:14-2

Trying to press charges against someone that molested a young boy between 1987-1993. Municipal police are useless and don't want to get involved, reports that statute of limitations is run out.

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answered on Jun 4, 2019

Pursuant to 2C:1-6, a criminal prosecution for 2C:14-2 may be commended at any time. This means that there is no statute of limitations for this crime.

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