New Jersey Towns Enact Strict Gun Zoning Laws Amid Federal Inaction Officials in New Jersey, fed up with federal inaction on gun control, are flexing policy muscles rarely used to regulate gun dealers by passing local zoning codes that effectively ban firearm stores. These enhanced gun regulations will strengthen already-tough gun laws in New Jersey […]
Father Arrested for Child Abduction and Restraining Order Violation in Paterson If your restraining order contains specific provisions involving your children, failure to comply with these requirements can lead to your arrest. In New Jersey, a violation the child custody order included in your FRO is considered criminal contempt. This is an incredibly serious situation, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Jersey City Restraining Order Lawyer in NJ Handling Domestic Violence Trials in Jersey City, New Jersey Jersey City restraining orders happen on a regular basis, as do arrests and charges for domestic violence. When you are subject to a temporary restraining order based on allegations of domestic violence, you will soon have a hearing in […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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