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 […]
Newark Homicide Triggers Change in NJ Domestic Violence Detention In the wake of a tragic killing of a woman in Newark earlier this year, Essex County will be testing a new approach when deciding whether individuals accused of domestic violence offenses should be forced to remain in jail pending their trial. “It is important that […]
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 […]
Essex County Domestic Violence Stabbing: Woman Hospitalized in Critical Condition Have you been charged with aggravated assault or attempted murder in Essex County after an alleged domestic violence stabbing? Contact our experienced attorneys anytime for a free initial consultation. Here is a recent domestic violence incident which resulted in criminal charges in Essex County. An […]
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, […]
Newark Restraining Order Violation Escalates to Murder and Police Chase Need a lawyer for domestic violence criminal charges in Essex County? Or have you been served with a temporary restraining order and you need representation for court? We can help. Contact us now for immediate assistance. Here is a recent domestic violence criminal case involving […]
FRO Denied in Passaic County: No Harassment Proven, TRO Vacated Final Restraining Order (FRO) Hearing in Paterson, New Jersey Do you need a lawyer for a restraining order trial in Passaic County? You’ve come to the right place. The Passaic County domestic violence and restraining order defense lawyers at The Tormey Law Firm recently prevailed […]
Victim of Domestic Violence in NJ? Learn from Rodriguez-Gregg’s Experience Former New Jersey Assemblywoman Maria Rodriguez-Gregg recently described her experiences as a victim of domestic violence in New Jersey. Rodriguez-Gregg had posted a public message on social media, including a photograph of her bruised face, as part of her process with coming to grips with […]
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