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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Copyright and Criminal Law for New Jersey on
Q: Is it legal to buy counterfeit jerseys for personal use ? What statute or act states or enforces such act ?
Fritz-Howard Raymond Clapp
Fritz-Howard Raymond Clapp
answered on Jun 7, 2022

Assuming that you mean jerseys bearing the registered trademark of a sports team, it is the seller of infringing goods who is liable for the trademark infringement, not the buyer.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Tax Law for New Jersey on
Q: Potential outcome for breaking & entering by breaking a door, simple assault on adult, breaking TRO, IRS tax fraud

I am looking for information on the potential outcome for the above. There was harm done to a child and involvement of DCPP, the assault done to the child has not been established in court due to postponement. I am curious about this outcome as it will severely affect parental time and the... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on May 30, 2022

Jail time certainly looks like it is almost certain for the above offender as this person has multiple charges that could lead to that. That being said everything depends on the facts of the case and how good of a lawyer the defendant hires and lastly never under estimate luck.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for New Jersey on
Q: Is it illegal to use the General Power of Attorney, when in fact the principal is now incapacitated?
H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on May 30, 2022

An attorney would need to review the power of attorney document to properly answer your question to determine whether the powers remain effective after the onset of a disability. Every attorney will write, the power of attorney to the clients wishes and the word general is just that general and... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Education Law for New Jersey on
Q: do students under the age of 15 have to be questioned with their parents present by a guidance counselor?
H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on May 28, 2022

The answer is it depends on the facts of the case but if a parent was required to be present at all times, then a guidance counselor would not be able to speak to any child. If your child has been charged or you think he/she may be charged with something, setup a consultation with a lawyer. It... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Juvenile Law for New Jersey on
Q: Must a parent be present when a guidance counselor asks questions that can incriminate a 12-year-old student?
H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on May 28, 2022

The answer is it depends on the facts of the case but if a parent was required to be present at all times, then a guidance counselor would not be able to speak to any child. If your child has been charged or you think he may be charged with something, setup a consultation with a lawyer. It may... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for New Jersey on
Q: If you bought a air rifle/pistol from pa not knowing you had to get it registered for New Jersey where you live

I have a nj firearms permit but not for the air powered gun/ pistol

James A. Abate
James A. Abate
answered on May 25, 2022

New Jersey does not have fire arms licenses. You need an FID card to purchase guns or ammo. But to safely posses in your home, business or gun range there is no license required. The danger lies in possession outside the home, office or range. That requires a carry permit and failure to have... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for New Jersey on
Q: A CDS distribution charge from 2018 I pleaded guilty to. Probation. Would it ever be available for expungement? NJ STATE

Finished probation in 2019. This is the only charge (I have a couple misdemeanors plus 2 other felonies ) that comes up on background checks and screws me. Would this ever be available to be cleared from my record? I’m in Monmouth county of nj.

James A. Abate
James A. Abate
answered on May 15, 2022

You can only expunge one felony aka indictable crime and up to five misdemeanors aka disorderly persons offenses. As far as expunging a distribution conviction, 1st or second degree can never be expunged. You can expunge for the sale or distribution with intent to sell 25 grams or less of... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for New Jersey on
Q: Can I drop a investigation for b & e

I had a family member Break into my home and steel stuff I called the police but know I don’t want the police to further investigate But I am scared of police Retaliation because I’ve had bad experiences

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on May 10, 2022

You can't drop a police investigation, what you can do is tell them its a mistake if it was, but if they find that you are or did lie to a law enforcement officer you can get in trouble. I suggest that you setup a consultation with an experienced criminal lawyer to determine your best options... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and White Collar Crime for New Jersey on
Q: New Jersey Law-Property (corporate documents) & Theft of Property. Potential plaintiff Civil Complaint US Dist. NJ.

Possible plaintiff litigation: Civil Complaint of Theft of property (misappropriated corporate documents that include confidential R&D data, methods, procedures, formulars et. and life science data developed under DOD grant and contract) and Conversion (concealed) by former company consultants... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on May 4, 2022

With those type of allegations, I would suggest that you setup a consultation with a good lawyer.

3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for New Jersey on
Q: Hi if someone sold some drugs when they were 14 4 years ago is there any possibility they get arrested for it
Michael A. Smolensky
Michael A. Smolensky
answered on May 5, 2022

Though unlikely, a possibility exists. More information is required. Based on the limited information available in the question, the issuance of a Juvenile Delinquency summons or warrant follows the filing of a complaint, a review of the complaint to determine whether it satisfies the requirements... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for New Jersey on
Q: How long will a FIRST TIME offender get in jail for 2C:39-4D

Kitchen knife was the weapon of choice.( domestic violence)

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Apr 27, 2022

This is generally charged as a second degree crime thus the offender faces 5 to 10 years in jail with a presumption in the law that the person will go to jail. This is especially true for domestic violence cases. A good lawyer should be able to help you reduce or eliminate this jail time if your... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law and Domestic Violence for New Jersey on
Q: What happens after a contempt of a DV order is written on a report.
Richard Diamond
Richard Diamond
answered on Apr 20, 2022

I am guessing that you have a domestic violence restraining order (temporary or permanent) and you reported a violation of that order to the local police, who took a report. Presuming that I am correct, the next step is for you to follow up with the local police to find out whether they... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Criminal Law and Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: I was charged with simple assault. Due to an car accident. I didn't intentionally hurt the person. I fell asleep.
James A. Abate
James A. Abate
answered on Mar 31, 2022

This is actually an interesting issue. What was the intentional act? Police can say you intended to operate the vehicle in a sleepy state, unless you are a narcoleptic. If the sleep suddenly and without warning came upon you (bit into a magic apple perhaps) then you may have an argument that you... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Constitutional Law and Internet Law for New Jersey on
Q: How do I sue my mother for placing a tracking app on my phone?

I live in New Jersey. I am 25 years old. I just found out that my mother placed a tracking app on my phone called AT&T Secure Family. I heard that it's against the law to put a tracking app on an adult's phone without permission. It's only legal when you are a child, but when you... View More

James A. Abate
James A. Abate
answered on Mar 31, 2022

There is not a suit for money damages in my opinion. But if you want to spend attorneys fees to investigate their might be someone who will take your money. If you believe your privacy was criminality violated you can ask the police to prosecute. But the family secure app may require a family... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Products Liability for New Jersey on
Q: I'm the owner of a restaurant I build a storage in the basement area, can the fire inspector make me remove it
H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Mar 25, 2022

A lawyer would need to review what exactly you did and then determine whether it complied with the rules and regulations of the town to answer your question. Although it may cost you a few bucks for an attorney to review this for you, it could save you thousands or tens of thousands in fines... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Criminal Law and Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: I was charged with simple assault due to an car accident I didn't intentionally mean to hurt the person. I fell asleep.
H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Mar 13, 2022

If you were asleep it could be a defense if you never woke up. But much more information would need to be known to determine if the defense could work for you. I suggest you set up a consultation with a good criminal lawyer.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for New Jersey on
Q: Need case number from my 20 year old criminal case in NJ Superior Court.

About 15-20 years ago I had a criminal case in Union County Superior Court. Unable to find any paperwork I had associated with it. Currently I need the case number for a business license application. What would be a quick way to obtain any information about the case? I filed a Jeds request in... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Mar 6, 2022

Best to go yourself to the court to the records department and ask them. Lots of things in the law are easier done at the court.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for New Jersey on
Q: Does Camden co NJ judge F.Dominguez give 2nd chances if you don’t show up for 2Yrs to Recovery court?

Had 5yrs but only did 6months, Wasn’t ready to give my all due to depression child had just died. But now he is, the rest of his kids need their dad and I need my husband. Being held with no bail.

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Mar 3, 2022

Like any judge they will consider the reason why you were in the program, why you left the program, your prior history and of course whether you turn yourself in or they had to find you on a warrant.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for New Jersey on
Q: Can I be convicted of a stolen car if I did not return a car rental until 5 months after the return date..

I rented the car in my name, used my bankcard to rent it which had a balance of no lower than 3,000 dollars at all time of me in possession of said vehicle/ property.. I also paid off the entire ballance for the said balance that had accumulated with the extra time I had the rental vehicle

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Feb 25, 2022

Yes you generally can, unless your rental agreement was for a 5 month term. Obviously, a lawyer would need to review your rental contract, but this charge is not unheard of for people who rent a car on a daily or weekly basis when they fail to turn back the car at the end of the rental period.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Animal / Dog Law for New Jersey on
Q: 5 month old neglected puppy covered in open sores. Owner wants her back after 5 months..

Acquaintance from my work got a 6mnth old pitbull puppy and didn't tell the landlord. He found out after the dog chewed the carpet and made her get rid of the dog. When we took the dog it had open wounds all over its body and was missing half her fur. After medications and medicated baths and... View More

Juliet Piccone
Juliet Piccone
answered on Feb 17, 2022

She gave you the dog, you accepted the dog, it’s yours. Tell her to go pound sand.

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