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Was charged with this and on a conditional discharge
answered on Feb 3, 2020
That means you face the full penalty of your new charge and will be kicked out of the conditional discharge for your original charge and face those penalties also. I suggest you set up a consultation with a good lawyer to give yourself the best chance of avoiding the full penalties you face.
I am the plaintiff. I have excellent proof. Is there any way I can get prosecutors to change it to Superior Court?
answered on Dec 19, 2019
Prosecutors have the discretion on whether to keep the case in Superior Court, or downgrade it to Municipal Court. You can provide your proof of loss to the prosecutor and request restitution, or you can file a claim in special civil part to recover your damages.
answered on Dec 8, 2019
Generally a case like this would be downgraded to municipal court because the proofs against the defendant are weak. Prosecutors know that the conviction rate in Municipal Court is much much higher than in Superior Court especially for theft charges.
Theft by deception charge, Middlesex County, NJ. Thx for your answer. However, it is actually being heard in Municpal Court, NOT Superior Court. The charge is for the Amt. Stated. Why is it being heard in Municipal Court?
answered on Dec 7, 2019
A very big difference in Municipal Court you're only subject up to 180 days in jail and up to a thousand-dollar fine. However the amount taken must have been under $200 to be in Municipal Court. Amounts taken over $200 and up to $500 is in Superior Court and subjects the offender to up to 18... View More 
Hi so I had a fine from a conditional discharge that I thought i paid off and I paid the fee to get my license reinstated after getting it suspended for missing a payment for this fine. 2 months after I got pulled over and given a license suspended ticket. I go to the municipal office where my fine... View More
answered on Oct 28, 2019
It doesn't just get dismissed without a good lawyer. The court does not send payment reminders they send warrants, license suspensions and failure to appears. You have to defend this case and good lawyer should be able to definitely help you win, reduce or eliminate the penalties that you... View More
What can I say in court & what chance do I have
answered on Apr 28, 2019
The defense would be based on the reason why you left the car on the property.
It was more than 120days when it was heard so what can I do about it plus I was giving 6 months in jail. It was heard in different court
answered on Apr 26, 2019
DWIs and refusal cases are very serious and you can lose your license for 7 to 12 months for a first offense. You should consult with an attorney to see if the police followed the requirements in order to administer the Alcotest. Also, an attorney can examine whether the machine was calibrated... View More
Emergency lights are on truck driving, passing cars all without an audible sirine, horn, or whistle.
answered on Mar 6, 2019
3 Areas you can look at to start 1) the New Jersey Statutes, 2) the NJ administrative code and 3) your towns municipal ordinances.
answered on Feb 14, 2019
Yes it has 2 points, if you need to get rid of these points and have the least effect on your record, your best option is to hire a good lawyer.
I called the local township to either possibly have a new court date issued, or to voluntarily appear in court the next session. Was informed by the court clerk that a $799 warrant had been issued for FTA. Was told a new court date couldn't be issued, or voluntarily appear at next session... View More
answered on Feb 14, 2019
The bail reform act did not cover cases in Municipal Court. You need to pay the warrant. I would also suggest hiring a lawyer for the disorderly persons offense if you cannot afford one after you pay the warrant you can apply for a public defender.
My son had a 4th offense driving while suspended back in 2015 which he never paid the fine off. He is currently on PTI for a criminal offense (1st one). His friend was stopped on a motor vehicle incident and my son had a warrant. He spent the night in county and has a court date this month. He is... View More
answered on Jan 10, 2019
Yes it is possible he could go to jail, but much more information would be needed to assess what would happen in his case. I suggest you speak with the lawyer who handled his PTI CHARGE as he would know best, or setup a consultation with a new lawyer if you were not satisfied with your prior... View More
Was pulled over out of district for a mantanice of lamp violation in nj by a out of town officer. He did jot contact the town police to write ticket in the book. Proceeded to say he is searching me cause he didn't like my attitude which I have recorded. Arrested me for alleged marijuana... View More
answered on Oct 1, 2018
you posted your question under criminal law you need to repost your question under civil rights so a civil rights lawyer will see your question.
I was pulled over for being on my phone but never got a ticket for it. I got a ticket for a break light that was functioning, possession of controlled dangerous substance, possession of con. Dangerous substance in a M.V. a bill is being viewed for marijuana and is being postponed again for 2 more... View More
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answered on Aug 4, 2018
You have to give them notice within 90 days otherwise you are precluded from suing.
4 weeks of reaching out to my attorney... court is in 2 weeks. What is concidered enough time to speak to your attorney before court? I have material that needs to be reviewed, motions that need to be filed. Nothing has been done but a phone call every day to his office. I have all of discovery.... View More
answered on Jul 31, 2018
No set time, every case is different it depends on the facts of your case the charge that you have and what needs to be done.
they advertise in the newspaper 4 weeks prior to tax sale, but now say they will post the information in public areas around town, for example, the library, etc
answered on May 11, 2018
It is a public record thus on the face of it, I don't see a reason why they couldn't BUT you may want to hire a lawyer to investigate this for you and get a certain answer.
She had the placard because her HC plates were in the mail. Placard was perfectly valid
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answered on May 9, 2018
Yes.
The placard was just until her handicapped license plates came in. I’ve been a cop for 16 years and our whole department was under the impression to let them be. Unfortunately I guess som people have no compassion for those that need our help anyway i think i have the law on my side , what is... View More
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answered on May 9, 2018
A placard isn't a license to park anywhere without paying, it's just permission to park in designated handicapped areas. I know the answer that you would like to hear but if the question is if you have a valid handicapped placard in NJ can a meter maid give you a a summons for parking in... View More
answered on May 2, 2018
Best to call the court to get more information on the fines and penalties. If jail is possible I suggest you hire a lawyer
I want to express my freedom of speech and draw with chalk on the sidewalk and street but unsure if it is illegal
answered on May 2, 2018
It is not freedom of Speech to draw on the street that is generally considered malicious mischief.
answered on Apr 13, 2018
Maybe much depends on the township rules unless it is a state or county road, then you have to contend with them also.
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