What are the Penalties for Illegal Gun Possession in New Jersey?
July 15, 2021
Getting caught with a gun without the proper New Jersey-issued permits in Union County is serious. If you own a gun legally, you usually have nothing to worry about when it comes to mere possession. However, if you are not permitted to own one, regardless of the type of gun, you may be in for a hard time. If you have not taken steps to apply for legal firearm ownership, you do not own a gun legally in the state of NJ. If you get arrested and are facing gun charges, you could go to prison ... Read More»
What You Should Know at a New Jersey Traffic Stop
September 25, 2019
Virtually everyone wants to avoid being pulled over by the police, much less arrested at a traffic stop. Traffic stops are stressful, not only due to the fear of receiving an expensive traffic ticket and potentially being forced to appear in court, but also because you run the risk of an officer suspecting more than just a simple motor vehicle violation. In fact, facing criminal charges after a cop pulls you over for something like speeding, improper turn, or unsafe lane change is among the ... Read More»
Union County Gun, Chemical, Explosives Arrest and Charges
August 15, 2019
Clark NJ Weapons Defense Lawyers
If you have been charged with having illegal handguns or other weapons in Clark or another town in Union County, NJ, it is vital to understand the criminal charges that you are facing and the potential consequences that may be forthcoming if you don’t have skilled legal counsel. Not only could you face serious weapons charges for the items themselves, but there are a host of related offenses that you may be charged with as well, one of which is called ... Read More»
Charges for Possession of a Weapon that Belongs to Someone Else in New Jersey
May 9, 2018
Unbeknownst to many, it is most certainly possible to be charged with unlawful possession of a weapon that does not belong to you in New Jersey. Possession does not require ownership—it requires physical possession or intent and capacity to exercise control over the weapon.
Under New Jersey weapons law, it is illegal to knowingly be in possession of a firearm without a valid permit. It is also unlawful to possess certain weapons under any circumstances, including hollow-nose bullets and ... Read More»