Criminal Laws

These are tense times in politics, and the anger that regular people feel towards the political class is palpable. However much disdain you may feel toward those holding office, it is a crime to use threats of harm to influence a political decision or even another voter, or to use threats to cause a public servant to violate their official duty.

Under N.J.S.A. 2C:27-3, Threats and Other Improper Influence in Official and Political Matters, it’s a crime of the third degree to engage in this conduct, and if you’re convicted, you could face a three to five year sentence, plus $15,000 in fines.

Don’t get carried away when you’re engaging in the public discourse. If things get heated and you’re accused of crossing a line, get help right away. Attorney Matthew Reisig defends clients in New Jersey who are accused of a variety of crimes, and has been helping clients move on with their lives for nearly 20 years. Call 732-625-9661 today and talk to an experienced New Jersey criminal defense attorney for free.

When you’re facing criminal charges and N.J.S.A. 2C:24-9, Use of 17-Year-Old or Younger to Commit Criminal Offense, is included, your charges will expand, and under 2C:24-9, you’ll face another allegation that will be classified one degree higher than the underlying crime. This means that a charge for, say, fourth degree larceny would include a third degree charge of Use of 17-Year-Old or Younger when the defendant is over 18 and employed, directed, solicited, or conspired with someone younger than 18 to commit the act.

Penalties will vary based on the type of crime, but the statute specifically forbids merging the sentences for the two convictions. This means that in a fourth degree larceny case, you’ll face up to 18 months for the underlying crime, and three to five years for the violation of 2C:24-9.

Judges and prosecutors take allegations that you recruited children or teenagers very seriously, and often treat these types of cases as gang activity. It’s vital that you work with the most experienced attorney available to fight back and protect yourself. Matthew Reisig has been fighting for clients in New Jersey for nearly 20 years. Call 732-625-9661 today and talk to a lawyer for free.

The State Board of Chiropractic Examiners is the regulatory body that governs the practice of chiropractic, and anyone practicing in the state is required to hold a current license. When a license is suspended, revoked, or limited by the board, or you have never been licensed to practice in the state, and you engage in any of the following, you can be criminally charged under Unauthorized Practice of Chiropractic (N.J.S.A. 2C:21-20.3):

• Practicing chiropractic
• Exceeding the scope of practice authorized by the Board
• Holding yourself out as a licensed chiropractor
• Engaging in activity that requires the license as a prerequisite
• Practicing under a false name or the name of someone who is licensed

These are serious charges. As a crime of the third degree, conviction will mean a felony record, a jail sentence of three to five years, $15,000 in fines, and likely disciplinary action from the Board that can end your career. You’ll also risk civil action by patients, which will be harder to sustain if you’re able to win the criminal case.

Don’t risk your future with an inexperienced attorney. Matthew Reisig has protected clients’ careers and licenses for nearly 20 years. If you’re facing charges of Practicing Chiropractic Without a License in NJ, call 732-625-9661 and talk to an experienced New Jersey criminal defense attorney for free.

A practicing psychologist in New Jersey is required to hold a license from the State Board of Psychological Examiners. Any person who knowingly engages in the following conduct, without a license, or when the license has been suspended, revoked, or limited by an order of the Board, can be charged with a third degree crime under N.J.S.A. 2C:21-20.2, Unauthorized Practice of Psychology:

• Practicing psychology
• Exceeding the scope of practice permitted by board order
• Presenting yourself as licensed to practice in the state
• Engaging in activity that requires the license as a prerequisite
• Practicing under the name of another person who is licensed.

A conviction of Unauthorized Practice of Psychology in NJ doesn’t just put you in jeopardy of a prison sentence of three to five years and a fine of $15,000. It also means you’ll face additional disciplinary action by the Board, and are exposed to the risk of civil action by patients who feel duped. Being convicted of the charges likely means an untimely end to your career, but you can fight back.

Matthew Reisig has protected the rights and freedoms of clients charged with a variety of crimes in New Jersey for nearly 20 years. When you’re faced with potentially career-ending allegations, call 732-625-9661 for a free consultation with an experienced New Jersey criminal defense attorney.

New Jersey mandates licensing for acupuncturists in the state. In cases where you lack a license, or your license has been suspended, revoked, or limited by the Board, the following conduct is prohibited:

• Engaging in acupuncture
• Exceeding the scope of practice authorized by the Board
• Holding yourself out as a licensed acupuncturist
• Engaging in any activity that requires an acupuncture license
• Practicing under a false or assumed name

Under N.J.S.A 2C:21-20.1, Unlicensed Practice of Acupuncture, violation of any of the above is a crime of third degree. Conviction can lead to a three to five year prison sentence, a $15,000 fine, and disciplinary action by the Board, including a permanent bar on practicing. These are serious allegations of misconduct, and your future hangs in the balance.

Matthew Reisig has helped healthcare professionals in New Jersey facing charges under licensure statutes for almost two decades. When you’re facing allegations of Unlicensed Practice of Acupuncture in New Jersey, call 732-625-9661 right away for a free consultation with an experienced New Jersey criminal defense attorney.

Defense Lawyer Helps With Implements For Escape; Other Contraband (N.J.S.A. 2C:29-6) Charges

New Jersey takes significant steps to protect the integrity of its jails and prisons, and any person who brings contraband, materials that can be helpful in an escape attempt, or weapons to an inmate is guilty of an offense under Implements for Escape; Other Contraband (N.J.S.A. 2C:29-6).

For simple contraband, the charge will be a disorderly persons offense, which can carry a sentence of up to six months if convicted.

If the material is intended to aid in an escape, the severity increases dramatically, and you’ll face charges for a third degree crime. Conviction means a 3-5 year sentence.

If the contraband is a weapon, you’ll face second degree charges, with a 5-10 year sentence if convicted.

As an inmate, you can also be charged if you possess, procure, or create material useful to an escape. The base charge is a third degree crime, but when the instrument is a weapon, the charges elevate a crime of the second degree.

Don’t face charges of Implements for Escape alone. Even if your intention was good and you wanted to make a stay in jail or prison easier for a loved one, prosecutors may be relentless in coming after you.

If you need help with Implements For Escape; Other Contraband charges, call attorney Matthew Reisig today at 732-625-9661 for a free consultation.