There are two possible grades for False Reports to Law Enforcement Authorities (N.J.S.A. 2C:28-4) in New Jersey, one at the felony level and one at the misdemeanor level. When a person falsely incriminates another person to purposely implicate that other person in a crime the actor knows they did not commit, the actor can be charged with a crime of the fourth degree, a felony. If convicted, you can be sentenced to up to 18 months in prison and face a fine of as much as $10,000. Less … [Read more...]

Defense Lawyer Helps With False Reports To Law Enforcement Authorities (N.J.S.A. 2C:28-4) Charges The state presumes that the services that law enforcement officers provide to the taxpayers who fund them is vital, and so New Jersey takes steps to protect the proper operation of crime reporting and investigation. Under False Reports to Law Enforcement Authorities (N.J.S.A. 2C:28-4), if you falsely incriminate another in a crime when you know they were not party to it, you can be charged with a … [Read more...]