Charged with Criminal Mischief in New Jersey? Criminal mischief sounds minor, but in New Jersey, it can lead to serious criminal charges and even jail time. It covers everything from breaking a window to damaging public property — and prosecutors treat it as more than just a prank. If you’re facing this charge, don’t assume …
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Read MoreArson is one of the most serious criminal charges a person can face in New Jersey. It involves setting fire to a building, home, vehicle, or property, and prosecutors often push for severe penalties because these crimes place lives and communities in danger. A conviction can mean years in prison, crushing fines, and a permanent …
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Read MorePulled Over in Franklin Township, NJ? A Traffic Ticket Lawyer Can Help Franklin Township may not be the busiest place in New Jersey, but it’s become a hot zone for stepped-up traffic enforcement. From routine speeding stops along Route 40 to surprise checkpoints by the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office, drivers can quickly find themselves facing …
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Read MoreFacing a DWI After a Checkpoint Stop on Route 40 in Buena Borough? On August 2, 2025, the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office coordinated a DUI checkpoint in Buena Borough (part of Franklin Township) along Route 40—an effort to intercept impaired drivers in South Jersey. Dozens of tickets were issued, and some drivers faced DWI charges. If you …
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Read MoreUnderstanding Vandalism Charges in New Jersey Vandalism might seem like a minor offense, especially when it’s something like graffiti or a broken window. But in New Jersey, vandalism can carry serious consequences. Whether it’s damaging someone’s property on purpose or even just tagging a building, the law takes it seriously. And if you’re charged, you’ll …
Read MoreGetting convicted in court can feel like the end of the road—but it’s not. In New Jersey, you have the right to challenge a criminal conviction by filing an appeal. The process is complicated, time-sensitive, and full of rules. But if a legal mistake happened at your trial, the right lawyer can help set it …
Read MoreTrespassing charges in New Jersey are more serious than most people think. What might seem like a simple misunderstanding or harmless mistake can quickly turn into a criminal record that follows you for years. Whether you were accused of entering private property without permission or refusing to leave a place after being told to go, …
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Read MoreFacing a Criminal Charge for Alleged Drug Distribution to Friends or Acquaintances in New Jersey? We Can Help At the Law Office of Matthew V. Portella, LLC, our New Jersey criminal defense attorney handles all types of drug distribution charges, including allegations of dealing to family members, friends and/or close acquaintances. Any distribution offense is …
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Read MoreFacing Allegations of Local Drug Dealing in New Jersey? Our Defense Lawyer Can Help At the Law Office of Matthew V. Portella, LLC, our New Jersey criminal defense attorney handles local drug dealing offenses. If you are accused of participating in a low-level drug dealing scheme, you could face a very serious felony criminal charge. …
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Read MoreAccused of Producing Drugs on Your Own? Contact Our New Jersey Drug Defense Lawyer Today At the Law Office of Matthew V. Portella, LLC, our New Jersey criminal defense lawyer handles the full spectrum of drug charges, including home-based production cases. If you are accused of producing drugs in your home, you could face a …
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