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Does the Victim Have to Testify in a Domestic Violence Case?

When a victim of domestic violence testifies in court, their testimony can have a significant impact on the outcome of the case. In this article, we will answer the question: does the victim have to testify in a domestic violence case? We will also review what happens in the absence of a testimony and how...

Common Types of Probation Violations in New Jersey

Date: 12/10/20

After being convicted of a criminal offense in New Jersey, the court could place you on probation instead of sentencing you to jail or prison time. What happens when you violate the terms or conditions of your probation? This post reviews the different types of probation violations, their consequences, and how a New Jersey Criminal...

Do You Lose Your License Immediately After a DWI/DUI?

Date: 11/11/20

If you are stopped for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or driving while intoxicated (DWI) in New Jersey, you may be worried about whether you are at risk of losing your driver’s license. The short answer to the question of “do you lose your license immediately after a DWI/DUI” is only if you...

Will a Conviction FOR DUI/DWI Affect My Chances of Becoming an Uber Driver?

Date: 11/9/20

If you are an Uber or other rideshare driver and you have been charged with a DUI/DWI, you should seek advice from a New Jersey DWI/DUI defense lawyer as soon as possible because you could lose your right to drive for the rideshare service. Similarly, if you have a DWI on your record in New...

N.J. Statute 2C:40-26 (Operating a Motor Vehicle During a Period of License Suspension)

Date: 10/11/20

Driving with a suspended license in New Jersey is a big deal. If a person is caught driving with a suspended license, he faces serious consequences, particularly when the license was suspended following the conviction of a specific offense, such as driving while impaired/driving under the influence. At the Law Office of Matthew V. Portella,...

Can Someone Get a Restraining Order Without Notice to Me?

Date: 10/10/20

If a New Jersey police officer knocks on your door and hands you a packet of information regarding a domestic violence restraining order, you might be in shock wondering what to do next. Statistics from Stop Abusive and Violent Practices (SAVE) reveal that you are not alone in questioning how such a scenario could happen...

4 DWI/DUI Defense Tactics to Fight New Jersey Drunk Driving Charges

Date: 10/9/20

When a mistake or lapse in judgment leads to an arrest for DWI in New Jersey, one of the first things that may cross your mind is the potential penalties you face for a conviction. You are right to be concerned as New Jersey’s drunk driving statute imposes severe punishment. In addition to fines ranging...

White Collar Criminal Defense

Date: 09/30/20

New Jersey White Collar Criminal Defense Attorney When you are facing criminal charges concerning fraud, financial crimes, tax evasion, or other related charges, it is critical to begin working with an experienced New Jersey white collar criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible. White collar crime is a relatively broad area of criminal law in...

What Are Traffic Violations?

Date: 09/28/20

New Jersey Traffic Violations Defense Lawyer When you are stopped by a law enforcement official while you are driving, you may be cited for a traffic violation. There are many different types of traffic violations in New Jersey, and they carry a wide range of penalties depending upon the particular violation. Each type of New...

DUI Criminal Defense Lawyer

Date: 09/24/20

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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Does the Victim Have to Testify in a Domestic Violence Case?

Common Types of Probation Violations in New Jersey

Do You Lose Your License Immediately After a DWI/DUI?

Will a Conviction FOR DUI/DWI Affect My Chances of Becoming an Uber Driver?

N.J. Statute 2C:40-26 (Operating a Motor Vehicle During a Period of License Suspension)

Can Someone Get a Restraining Order Without Notice to Me?

4 DWI/DUI Defense Tactics to Fight New Jersey Drunk Driving Charges

White Collar Criminal Defense

What Are Traffic Violations?

DUI Criminal Defense Lawyer

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