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NJ Sexting Reform Bill

A New Jersey legislator is moving forward with a bill to reform state “sexting” laws for juveniles who send nude pictures of themselves to other teens.

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Governor Christie Commutes Gun Sentence

Just a few weeks ago I wrote about a case that sent a man with no criminal record to prison for 7 years—all due to some pretty confusing gun laws and an unwavering judge. Just this week he was granted … Continue reading

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Confusing Laws, Misunderstandings Lead to New Jersey Firearms Conviction

A Colorado man moving to New Jersey took precautions that any other reasonable person would have to ensure moving his firearms, which were legally purchased and registered in Colorado, would be done according to New Jersey law. Now, however, due … Continue reading

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New Jersey Calling Drug Courts a Success

A recently released report is touting the success of the decade old New Jersey drug court system. Many have long thought helping drug offenders rather than simply locking them up was the key to reducing recidivism and the new Department … Continue reading

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NJWeedman Pleads Not Guilty to Drug Possession & Distribution

Edward Forchion, known as “NJWeedman”, plead not guilty to charges of third-degree possession with the intent to distribute and fourth-degree possession of drug paraphernalia in Burlington County Superior Court.

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Prescription Drug Drop-Off (Operation Medicine Cabinet)

Last year, New Jersey officials collected about 9,500 pounds of medications—prescription and over the counter medications that may have otherwise been sold or used on the black market. This year they hope to surpass that weight with 400 New Jersey … Continue reading

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Newark Police Department Under Attack

The ACLU is calling on the Federal Government to intervene in police matters in Newark. The organization claims the city is unable to “police” itself and needs the Feds to step in. The city, of course, is stating the ACLU … Continue reading

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N.J. Court Considers Spanish Speaking DWI Suspects

The New Jersey Supreme Court made an important ruling recently about the need for non-English speaking DWI offenders to understand the process of a breath test and potential repercussions for refusing it. Previously, there was no requirement for officers to … Continue reading

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New Jersey High Court Questions Accuracy of Eyewitness ID’s

In a move unmatched by any other state, the Supreme Court of New Jersey has looked at piles of scientific evidence concerning the reliability of eyewitness testimony and developed procedures to minimize the disastrous effects of misidentification. According to the … Continue reading

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Update on the NJ Weedman Case

Ed Forchion is determined to challenge New Jersey drug laws, and by extension his New Jersey marijuana possession charge on Constitutional grounds. His legal theory is based on a reading of the new medical marijuana law, and believes his criminal … Continue reading

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