by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Man arrested for drunk driving after New Jersey chase April 09, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue Late last month, a man was arrested after allegedly leading police on a high-speed chase. The man is facing multiple charges after reportedly running through a red light...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
New Jersey cardiologist pleads guilty to fraud April 12, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue A cardiologist that had offices in New Jersey and New York pleaded guilty this week to fraud charges. The man was accused of billing $19 million in treatments that...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Man loses NJ Supreme Court drug crime case April 16, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue A man was arrested in New Jersey in 2008 after police say he answered the door while smoking a marijuana cigarette. The police did not obtain a warrant before entering the...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Right of silence: Fifth Amendment case presented to Supreme Court April 19, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue We’ve all heard these famous words: you have the right to remain silent. Whether someone has been arrested or just heard the words on a television show...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Reese Witherspoon arrested after husband pulled over for alleged DUI April 23, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue We’ve all heard of celebrities being pulled over by police for various reasons. This week, reports surfaced that Reese Witherspoon and her husband...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
New Jersey authorities arrest dozens on drug allegations April 26, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue Police released the names of 49 people this week that they believe were part of almost daily drug deals. The prosecutor in the case said that many of the people would...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Couple in New Jersey accused of fraudulent travel business April 29, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue Authorities have indicted two people in New Jersey for allegedly defrauding consumers in a travel scam. According to reports, the couple was charged with fraud...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
New Jersey man receives lesser sentence on sexual assault appeal May 03, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue A man who was convicted of aggravated sexual assault may receive a lesser sentence after the state Supreme Court reviewed his case on Monday. The Court decided...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
11 people charged with identity theft crimes in New Jersey May 06, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue Since sometime last year, investigators have allegedly been tracking an elaborate identity theft ring involving people signing up for department store credit cards...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
30 arrests made in Camden drug sting May 10, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue Police conduct undercover operations everyday around the country. Many times these operations are coordinated between a few law enforcement agencies. When multiple people are arrested in...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
New Jersey man arrested for alleged sexual assault of girl May 13, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue When someone is accused of a sex crime, they might suffer from severe reputation damage. While it is important in these cases to be sensitive of any potential...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Soccer coach arrested for child pornography in New Jersey May 17, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue When people work in areas that are considered in the public or community spotlight, they are often subject to a higher level of scrutiny. Sometimes this can result in...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Drunk driving, drug arrests made in New Jersey vehicle checkpoint May 20, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue Police say that checkpoints on certain roads are meant for both enforcement and educational purposes. However, sometimes these checkpoints, even when they are...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
New Jersey man faces severe charges after arrest for heroin May 24, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue A New Jersey man is facing severe charges after being arrested in another state. The man was arrested and faces charges of possession with intent to distribute a...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Man arrested for New Jersey drug crime after traffic stop May 28, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue A man was arrested last week after police say the car the man was riding in had burnt out license plate lights. Officers pulled the driver of a car over, and through...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
DNA evidence may overturn murder conviction October 15, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue In the relatively recent past, without the benefit of advanced DNA testing capabilities, many people were convicted of crimes solely based on circumstantial evidence. Nowadays,...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Five arrested for alleged burglaries in New Jersey November 02, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Last week, five people were arrested for an alleged burglary ring. The men are accused of burglarizing dozens of homes throughout northern New Jersey over the past few...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Cowboys player indicted after deadly drunk driving accident January 02, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue If a driver is involved in a car accident in New Jersey, then the driver may face criminal charges. This is especially true if such a driver is suspected of...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Alleged drunk driver arrested after 18 miles in wrong direction January 03, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue With the New Year’s celebration just past, we thought it would be a good idea to discuss the story of an incident that involved an alleged DUI that...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Man arrested for reported gun at Newark airport February 26, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue A man was arrested last week when airport screeners say they found a gun in a man’s bag at Newark Liberty International Airport. The man was going through the...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Man accused of drunk driving after crash, fire March 05, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue A man was arrested after a crash that resulted in a fire. Police accused the man of drunk driving in New Jersey before crashing into a tractor-trailer. The truck was parked on...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Man faces severe charges after New Jersey domestic dispute March 26, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue When a person is accused of a crime, they might also face public scrutiny because arrests often become public information and publicized through the media. Despite...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Man charged with aggravated assault after New Jersey shooting March 12, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Authorities are continuing their investigation into a shooting that left one girl shot inside her house late last month. New Jersey police have arrested a man...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense, White Collar Crimes
New Jersey proposal could allow DNA sampling for minor crimes March 23, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue A New Jersey lawmaker proposed this month to allow DNA sampling from all people convicted of even minor crimes. These crimes would include things like...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense, White Collar Crimes
Multiple people arrested in New Jersey town outside bar March 30, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue What was to be a fun night, turned into a night of chaos in one New Jersey town. Police were called and multiple people were arrested outside of a New Jersey bar where...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Two people arrested for burglary in New Jersey April 20, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue When someone is arrested, it is important they understand their rights. Police will often try to get information out of someone that they can then use against them in court. It...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Two charged with death by auto after New Jersey accident May 30, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue A tragic accident earlier this month left one man dead. According to reports, two men are now facing charges of death by auto after the car accident near MetLife...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Person shot during robbery, alleged shooter faces criminal charges July 25, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue A New Jersey shooting last November resulted in the death of a 64-year-old. If you have been following the news, you may have heard that a 19-year-old Newark...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Drunk driving patrols to increase says New Jersey State Police August 30, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue With a long weekend ahead for many American, there will undoubtedly be some fun celebrations with family and friends. As with many holidays, the New Jersey...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes
Recent New Jersey court decision focuses on witness identification August 26, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue In some criminal trials, a powerful piece of information is whether someone identified the accused in connection with the crime. Recently a case went...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
New Jersey man resists arrest, faces more charges December 12, 2010 | By Brickfield & Donahue When police knock on your door, what do you do? Many people would simply answer the door and talk with the authorities. However, some people handle things in a way that...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
New Jersey man charged with impersonating officer, theft January 09, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue A New Year’s Eve traffic stop ended with two people being robbed and another person arrested for impersonating a police officer. Police claim a New Jersey man...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Patrols in New Jersey focus on nabbing suspected drunk drivers February 24, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue New Jersey drivers should be warned: if you thought that police patrols would only be increased over the Labor Day holiday weekend, you may be in for an...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Etan Patz case raises many criminal defense concerns May 24, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue One of the most famous missing children cases has sprung to life again this week. Police are now investigating whether this crime truly has ties to a New Jersey man, who...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Local New Jersey bar raided after tip about underage drinking July 13, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue Early this morning, New Brunswick police raided a bar near Rutgers University. New Jersey law enforcement has been focusing on cracking down on establishments...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Retailers may face a scary thing on Halloween: criminal charges October 28, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue As Halloween quickly approaches, many New Jersey residents are putting the finishing touches on their costumes. Some costumes are more extravagant than...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Manslaughter charges dropped against New Jersey man December 01, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue Being questioned by the police who suspect you are involved in some sort of criminal activity can be daunting. Facing criminal charges likely means that you’ve...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Man charged for drunk driving after two-car accident in New Jersey January 31, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Police have arrested and charged a 22-year-old man after a car crash. The accident happened in Morristown, New Jersey, and the man is accused of drunk...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Three New Jersey men face criminal charges for Freightliner theft February 02, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue The theft of a vehicle is a serious crime. Last week, New Jersey Police arrested and charged three men for allegedly stealing a semi-truck. Police say...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
DWI/DUI Patrols for Superbowl Sunday February 03, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue This is a big weekend for DWI/DUI in New Jersey for two reasons. First it is Super Bowl weekend and second our team, the New York Football Giants, are playing and will likely win the...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Can I Go on Vacation While on Probation in NJ? July 23, 2019 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC A conviction can result in a wide variety of punishments, including probation. There are several conditions a person must follow when sentenced to probation, such...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
What Is Restitution? July 30, 2019 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC A conviction for a criminal offense—whether it’s a misdemeanor or felony—often results in jail time or imprisonment and fines. Additionally, the court can order the defendant to pay...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Can Convicted Felons Vote in New Jersey? August 26, 2019 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC The United States is a democratic country that grants every citizen voting rights, enabling them to elect officials who represent their beliefs and vote in policies...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
New Jersey Self-Defense Laws August 30, 2019 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC If you have been accused of violent crime such as assault or murder and you were protecting yourself or another person from unlawful use of force or imminent danger, you may claim...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
How to Dress for Criminal Court September 23, 2019 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC If you are scheduled to appear in court for an alleged criminal offense, one of the things you must prepare for is what to wear. Since defendants often never testify at...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
When Can the Police Pull You Over for Suspected DUI? September 30, 2019 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) compiled a list that consists of more than 100 visual cues to help law enforcement identify...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
How Police Detect Drunk Drivers October 15, 2019 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC In order to make a traffic stop for suspected DUI, law enforcement must have “reasonable suspicion” that a crime has occurred, is currently happening, or will happen soon. But...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Hate Crimes in New Jersey November 26, 2019 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC In recent years, hate crime allegations have substantially increased and garnered national media attention. Consequently, New Jersey courts are being more conscientious than before...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
What is the Age of Consent in New Jersey? December 31, 2019 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Consent Laws in NJThe age of consent in New Jersey is 16 years old, meaning that anyone who is at least 16 years of age can legally consent to sexual activity with...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
What you Need to Know About New Jersey’s Open Container Law January 06, 2020 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Every driver should be aware that driving under the influence of alcohol is illegal. However, the laws behind open containers are less...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Is Buzzed Driving Drunk Driving? January 23, 2020 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC In the United States, most everyone knows that driving with a blood alcohol concentration of .08 or higher is illegal. Alcohol consumption impairs your thinking, reasoning,...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Can You Sleep In Your Car While Drunk? February 17, 2020 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC You leave the bar sometime after midnight. You don’t want to order an Uber or leave your car. At the same time, you know you’re unsafe to drive. Is it safe to sleep in...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Understanding the Criminal Appeal Process March 02, 2020 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC If you are dissatisfied with a conviction or its sentencing in any of New Jersey’s courts, you have the right to file for an appeal to a higher court. It is important...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
What Does a Restraining Order Do? April 06, 2020 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Restraining orders in New Jersey commonly result from allegations of domestic violence. These orders can only be issued by a Superior Court Judge after hearing evidence that...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
5 Steps to Follow When Stopped by Police June 12, 2020 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Avoid Further Trouble at All CostsWhether it’s your first time getting stopped by the police or not, interacting with them can be intimidating. Their presence alone is...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
People on Probation & Parole in NJ Can Vote July 11, 2020 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Understanding A5283 Impacts on Voting RightsA revolutionary new bill affects New Jersey residents who are on parole or probation. As part of his Second Chance...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Benefits of a Criminal Trial Specialist July 17, 2020 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Pursuing the Highest Standards of ExcellenceOur criminal defense lawyer at the Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC is not your average attorney: He is a Criminal Trial...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Is Cyberbullying a Crime in NJ? August 11, 2020 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Online Bullies Can Go to JailWhen you hear the word “bullying,” you may envision a group of kids harassing a lonely classmate by pushing them, teasing them and throwing their...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
When Does a Legal Firearm Become Illegal? September 08, 2020 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Limitations on Your Right to Bear ArmsThe Second Amendment is a crucial constitutional right in America. While countless citizens exercise their right to bear arms,...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Is Spanking Considered Child Abuse? February 04, 2021 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Examples of Child AbuseYou may have been spanked as a child, but can you spank your own child these days?Over the years, spanking has become a less common form of...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
COVID-19 Brings Increase in Anti-Asian Hate Crimes March 16, 2021 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Anti-Asian Hate Crimes Increasing During PandemicThe COVID-19 pandemic brought more than a virus into our nation. It also brought a wave of anti-Asian hate...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Can You Go to Jail for Accidentally Starting a Fire? May 11, 2021 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Is Accidental Fire a Crime?The data below demonstrates how dangerous and widespread fires can be in New Jersey and nationwide. For this reason, people who...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Fake IDs & Underage Drinking in NJ April 27, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC What Happens If You Get Caught with a Fake ID?Underage teens may obtain and use fake IDs to buy alcohol. However, it is not only illegal to consume alcohol when you are...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
What Is Criminal Mischief? April 29, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Vandalism or Criminal Mischief Charges in New JerseyIn New Jersey, criminal mischief is basically the crime of vandalism, which involves illegally damaging another person’s property....
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Carrying a Handgun Without a Permit in NJ May 27, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Permits to Carry Handguns | N.J.S. 2C:58-4New Jersey Statute § 2C:58-4, a person should have a valid permit to carry a handgun, and a single permit covers all handguns...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Is It Illegal to Leave a Child in a Car in NJ? July 13, 2021 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC New Jersey Unattended Child LawParents have a lot on their plates. Besides working and maintaining their homes, they must tend to their children day-in and day-out....
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
What Happens if You Knowingly Infect Someone with HIV? July 21, 2021 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Can You Go to Jail for Giving Someone HIV?The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) has had a long, deadly history here in the US. In today’s day and age,...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Shawn Harewood’s Retrial Begins | Safaree Samuels Robbery Case June 10, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Four years ago, rapper Safaree Samuels (Nicki Minaj’s ex-boyfriend who is best known for being a star on Love & Hip Hop) was robbed at...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Plea Bargains in Criminal Cases June 25, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC What Is a Plea Bargain?A plea bargain (also referred to as plea deals or negotiated pleas) is an option that defendants can take to avoid harsh penalties for a crime....
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Simple Assault vs. Aggravated Assault in NJ September 22, 2021 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC There are two types of assault charges in New Jersey: simple assault and aggravated assault. As the names apply, simple assault is less harsh compared to...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
What Disqualifies You from Gun Ownership? November 03, 2021 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC The Second Amendment is an integral part of our constitutional rights in America. You have a right to protect yourself and your property. However, the right to bear...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
How a DWI/DUI Conviction Can Affect Your Car Insurance November 17, 2021 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC When you are convicted of a DWI/DUI, you can expect there to be financial consequences. Not only will your car insurance rates increase but you will...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
NJ Prostitution Charges February 03, 2023 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Prostitution is defined as engaging in sexual activity for money or other forms of payment. The crime can be charged as felonies, and depending on the circumstances, may be punished...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Assault by Automobile or Vessel in New Jersey March 28, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Legal Definition of Assault by AutoAccording to N.J.S.A. § 2C:12-1, an assault by auto or vessel occurs when a person recklessly drives their vehicle and causes...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
The Difference Between Murder and Manslaughter March 20, 2023 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC The terms murder and manslaughter are often used interchangeably. Understanding how each of these crimes is distinguished – and their relation to criminal...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
What Is Megan’s Law in NJ? April 17, 2023 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Megan’s Law in New Jersey is a set of statutes that focuses on the registration and community notification requirements for sex offenders. The law requires all convicted...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Can I Get a Felony DWI in New Jersey? June 09, 2023 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC New Jersey does not have a specific charge called “felony DWI.” Although many states categorize DWI charges as either misdemeanors or felonies, New Jersey...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense
The Arrest Process in New Jersey: Know Your Rights July 05, 2023 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC At Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC, we understand the importance of knowing your rights regarding the arrest process in New Jersey. Being arrested can be...
