Drug charges in New Jersey can affect a person’s life in many ways. The penalties if a conviction occurs can be severe and depend on the type and amount of drugs. These charges require a thorough investigation into various facts that can significantly impact the...
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The risks of mixing medications with alcohol
Many people in Mahwah, NJ, rely on medications to help them feel better or manage certain conditions. However, combining these medications with alcohol may lead to serious health risks and complications. For example, mixing medications and alcohol might affect your...
The potential impact of a DUI conviction on employment prospects
Driving under the influence in Bergen County, NJ, can seriously affect your employment prospects. Employers often consider applicants’ criminal records and a DUI conviction can raise red flags. In fact, if you have a job at the time of your DUI conviction, it may not...
Recognizing and addressing adolescent addiction
Juvenile addiction is a serious concern affecting young individuals across New Jersey. According to the New Jersey Drug and Alcohol Abuse Treatment Substance Abuse Overview for 2021, over 7,000 individuals under the age of 24 were admitted for treatment in addiction...
Were you arrested for drug possession?
With the exception of up to six ounces of marijuana, it is illegal to consciously and knowingly possess or obtain controlled dangerous substances (CDS). In the state of New Jersey, if a law enforcement officer catches you with cocaine or heroin you could face felony...
New Jersey laws regarding recreational marijuana
Although the recreational use of marijuana has become legal in many states, you should understand that various laws still apply to the use and sale of cannabis. In New Jersey, you can face harsh penalties for violating these laws, and some people do not realize that...
Legalized pot continues to grow throughout the U.S.
Since the state-by-state legalization of pot gained momentum, the confusion between state and federal law has grown exponentially. The October announcement by President Joe Biden that those convicted at the federal level of possession crimes will be pardoned. Those...