Juvenile Defense

If your child has been detained on juvenile charges in New Jersey, it will be important for you to speak with a Morristown juvenile lawyer about your child’s situation. The initial stages of your child’s case will move quickly; and, … Continued

When you first got your license as a teenager, the ability to drive probably opened up a whole new world to you. You could get yourself to and from school without the bus, you could go to football games and … Continued

Most cases involving accusations that minors have broken a criminal law are handled in family court, where there is an emphasis placed on rehabilitation rather than punishment for younger offenders. However, some juvenile crimes are serious enough to be tried … Continued

In an overwhelming number of cases, teenagers commit crimes because they are bored or because they like the rush of breaking the law and doing something illegal. Often, young thrill-seekers don’t stop to think about the consequences of the laws … Continued

Everyone is familiar with the opening lines of the Miranda Rights — you have a right to remain silent, and anything you say can and will be used against you. You have the right to an attorney. You also have … Continued

  Providing Alcohol to Minors If you are 21 or older, you’re allowed to drink (in moderation) without suffering criminal penalties or repercussions. However, it is still illegal for you to provide alcohol to anyone under the age of 21 … Continued

Rikers Island in New York has a reputation for violence and despair across the country. As the second largest jail in the United States that is home to anywhere from 11,000 to 12,500 inmates at any given time, Rikers is … Continued

Fraternities, sororities and many sports teams consider hazing to be a time-honored tradition designed to build bonds and create solidarity among the group. Hazing is integral to many organizations’ vetting process—newcomers and applicants are forced to participate in silly or … Continued