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Ocean County Man Reportedly Killed Wife, then Killed Himself
• Homicide

Ocean County Man Reportedly Killed Wife, then Killed Himself

Manchester Township Police Find Murder-Suicide Scene After 911 Call Have you been arrested and charged after an alleged domestic violence incident in Ocean County? Contact us now for help. Here is a recent domestic violence story arising out of Ocean County with unfortunately tragic results. An elderly man has been accused of attacking his wife […]

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Domestic Violence & Bail Reform in New Jersey
• Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence & Bail Reform in New Jersey

Public Safety Assessment Scores for Domestic Violence in New Jersey The possible threat posed by individuals charged with domestic violence offenses in New Jersey has prompted further discussions about bail. For instance, the recent deaths of Tiffany Wilson and Anishalee Cortes highlighted the issue of domestic violence as it relates to New Jersey’s new bail […]

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NJ Governor Signs Executive Order on Gun Violence
• Gun Crimes

NJ Governor Signs Executive Order on Gun Violence

Executive Order 21: New Jersey to Track Gun Crimes by Municipality and Firearm Type NJ Governor Phil Murphy stated that gun violence in New Jersey is not just a problem in Newark, Camden, and Trenton; it’s the entire state of New Jersey’s problem. Consequently, the governor signed Executive Order 21, which he said would let […]

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Elizabeth, NJ Bar Owner Arrested for Alleged Domestic Violence
• Case Study

Elizabeth, NJ Bar Owner Arrested for Alleged Domestic Violence

Owner of Nugent’s Tavern in Elizabeth Faces Assault and Weapons Charges The man who owns Nugent’s Tavern, a historical bar in Elizabeth, New Jersey, was arrested after law enforcement responded to a call about possible domestic violence. Additionally, police reportedly seized dozens of guns, including an assault weapon that has been banned in NJ. According […]

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Understanding How the NJ Domestic Violence System Works
• Domestic Violence

Understanding How the NJ Domestic Violence System Works

Police Response and Arrest Procedures in NJ Domestic Violence Cases A short article was recently published focusing on some alleged faults in New Jersey’s domestic violence system and commenting on a 2016 report issued by the NJ Supreme Court Ad Hoc Committee on Domestic Violence. It’s been reported that in 2014, more than 79 percent […]

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Heather Locklear Arrested for Domestic Violence
• Domestic Violence

Heather Locklear Arrested for Domestic Violence

Heather Locklear Domestic Violence Case: What New Jersey Law Would Apply Actress Heather Locklear was recently arrested due to allegations of domestic violence and battery against a police officer. According to the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department in California, Locklear faces charges following an alleged domestic violence incident with her boyfriend. The 911 call came after […]

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One Judge in Essex County to Hear All Domestic Violence Detention Motions
• Domestic Violence

One Judge in Essex County to Hear All Domestic Violence Detention Motions

Essex County Domestic Violence Detention Policy Changes Under Judge Santiago The criminal court system in Essex County, New Jersey recently announced that one judge will hear all detention motions filed in domestic violence cases going forward. In all new domestic violence cases in Essex County, Superior Court Judge Ramona Santiago will decide whether defendants arrested […]

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Teaneck Domestic Violence Case Dismissed in Hackensack, Bergen County NJ After Final Hearing
• Restraining Order Case Issues

Teaneck Domestic Violence Case Dismissed in Hackensack, Bergen County NJ After Final Hearing

Final Restraining Order Lawyers in Teaneck, New Jersey Handling Domestic Violence Criminal Charges and Restraining Orders in Teaneck NJ Have you been served with a temporary restraining order in Teaneck, NJ and you need a lawyer? We can help. Our attorneys regularly represent clients involved in domestic violence matters in Teaneck, including former dating couples, […]

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