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New Jersey’s New Guidelines on Marijuana Prosecution Article Written by Nathan J. Mammarella, Esq On November 3, 2020, New Jersey voters approved a constitutional amendment to legalize marijuana for all adults over the age of twenty-one.   However, marijuana is not yet legal in New Jersey.  Although the ballot measure has passed, it will not take effect until January 1, 2021.  Understanding that…

Former NY Giants CB DeAndre Baker’s Charges Dismissed Article Written by Robert M. Perry, Esq In May the New York Giants starting cornerback DeAndre Baker was arrested for Armed Robbery in Florida.  The police alleged that Baker brandished a firearm and robbed several victims of their jewelry and other items after losing a gambling game.  He was also alleged to…

What you need to know right now about Marijuana Legalization in New Jersey  Article Written by Nathan J. Mammarella, Esq New Jersey residents voted to legalize the recreational use of marijuana in New Jersey, but that does not mean it is currently legal to possess or use marijuana.    On November 3, 2020, New Jersey voters approved a constitutional amendment to legalize marijuana for all adults over…

Jury Trials Are Set to Resume, But Questions of Fairness Remain The first criminal trial to utilize a hybrid procedure of virtual jury selection with a socially distanced in person trial is taking place in Bergen County.  A challenge to the virtual selection of the jury panel has been denied by the Appellate Division.        In March 2020, as a result of the…

COVID-19 Postponed All Jury Trials in New Jersey:  When will Criminal Jury Trials Start Again?   The New Jersey Supreme Court is starting to slowly try and start in person jury trials.   On September 18, 2020, the New Jersey Supreme Court released its Eighth Omnibus Order on Court Operations and Legal Proceedings.  These Orders detail significant changes implemented by the New Jersey Judiciary as to the…

Learn about the NJ Supreme Court ruling that will allow defendants to cross-examine witnesses who have “cut a deal” with prosecutors for a reduced sentence, and what this means for criminal legal proceedings in New Jersey.

In 2019, legislation was passed reforming the expungement process in New Jersey. Learn about the changes to NJ expungement laws, eligibility hearings, the waiting period for those that have gone through disposition programs, and how we can help.

Learn about the New Jersey Supreme Court ruling in State v. Andrews and the legal precedent that it sets for police officers to obtain your phone passcode to get information for an investigation, if it will go to the supreme court, and what it means for you.

Learn about partner Robert M. Perry’s stance on the use of virtual grand juries in New Jersey during the COVID-19 pandemic, including concerns over the use of this practice and how virtual grand juries may impact legal precedings.

Wondering if CBD is legal in New Jersey? Learn how CBD is treated, who can purchase it, how it compares to marijuana, marijuana laws in NJ, and how consulting an experienced lawyer in an arrest, charge, drug court, or criminal matter can help.

New Jersey decriminalization of marijuana laws have made their way to the state Senate. On November 3, 2020, legalization will be on the ballot. Learn about the changes that will come to if these NJ Marijuana laws are signed into law.

Can you get a DUI or DWI on a bicycle in New Jersey? Learn potential punishments if you are caught riding a bicycle on public roads under the influence, prior cases, how this impacts your drivers license, and how contacting an attorney can help.