New Jersey DUI Criminal Defense Attorney When you are stopped for a DUI or DWI (driving while intoxicated) in New Jersey, you can face serious penalties regardless of whether or not you face criminal charges. Under New Jersey criminal law, a drunk driving charge is commonly considered to be a quasi-criminal offense. This means that …
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Read MoreBeing charged and convicted of a DWI/DUI is a big deal in New Jersey. Even for a first offense, you could be facing serious repercussions and a mark against you that could have a lasting impact on your life. At the Law Office of Matthew V. Portella, LLC, our experienced DWI lawyer in New Jersey …
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Read MoreYou can be arrested for disorderly conduct in New Jersey if you behaved improperly in a public place. Generally, the police have a lot of discretion in arresting decisions. They can charge you with disorderly conduct as long as there is a specific behavior to which they can refer. Commonly cited offences include physical altercations, …
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Read MoreTraffic violations in New Jersey can earn you a ticket, fine, or other consequences. Nonetheless, not all transgressions are considered equal in the eyes of the law. Major traffic violations that place the lives of others in danger can hold the possibility of jail time, community service, suspension of driving privileges, or more. You could …
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Read MoreMillions of people are abused by their partner or spouse all over the world. As such, domestic violence is considered a grave charge. It could have damaging repercussions on a defendant’s civil rights and future criminal record. Unfortunately, many men and women are falsely accused of domestic violence each year. This disingenuity could be done …
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Read MoreSince the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Murphy has signed a series of executive orders that affect the operation of the New Jersey State Government. These orders concern several different aspects of government and private life. Many of these orders likely affect your daily life and activities. The following is a partial list of …
Read MoreDUI/DWI defense cases are not simple to win. However, they are not impossible to prevail. If you have a New Jersey DWI/DUI Defense Lawyer who recognizes the challenges ahead and has assisted others in winning these challenging cases, you are in a strong position. The Law Office of Matthew V. Portella, LLC, has established reliable …
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Read MoreEvery state has self-defense laws that allow individuals who are threatened to utilize reasonable force to defend themselves or others and to escape criminal liability for their utilization of force. However, each state has its specific rules that govern the use of force in self-defense, and using force beyond the bounds of the laws of …
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Read MoreI received an email offering to check on the status of my stimulus check. Is this email safe and reliable? No. The DOJ has reported scams known as “phishing” emails which falsely claim that you can check on your stimulus money if you provide your bank account information. Do not provide your information to anyone …
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Read MoreResidents of New Jersey, like people across the country, face an unprecedented and historic crisis as we shelter in place to protect ourselves from the COVID-19 pandemic. As we self-isolate and observe the rigors of social distancing, there are increased pressures on couples, spouses, partners, and people who live together because of the crisis. Such …
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