Blog Posts in March, 2020
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What Is an Indictable Offense in New Jersey?
Posted By Brickfield & DonahueCriminal offenses are labeled differently from state to state and across jurisdictions. Many states categorize the most serious crimes, known as felony offenses, into classes with labels of first-degree, second-degree, and the like while others may group them into Class A, Class B, and so on. New Jersey differs from other states in that the term “felony offense” was eliminated by the legislature . ...Continue Reading -
Understanding the Criminal Appeal Process
Posted By Brickfield & DonahueIf you are dissatisfied with a conviction or its sentencing in any of New Jersey’s courts, you have the right to file for an appeal to a higher court. It is important to remember, however, that an appeal is not a retrial where you will seek the positive outcome you failed to get the first time out. An appeal is a review of the lower court’s record based on the contention that legal errors or ...Continue Reading
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