Every driver knows that it is unlawful to drive under the influence of alcohol. However, they may be unaware that it is also illegal to operate a vehicle with an open or unsealed container of alcohol in the vehicle. New Jersey law prohibits drivers and their passengers, regardless of age, from possessing open or unsealed …
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Read MoreAt the Law Office of Matthew V. Portella, LLC, our New Jersey sex offenses and sex crimes defense lawyer is an experienced criminal defense advocate. He provides proactive legal representation, with a focus on protecting clients’ rights and minimizing the negative consequences of an arrest/conviction. If you or your loved one was arrested on a …
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Read MoreAt the Law Office of Matthew V. Portella, LLC, our New Jersey assault & aggravated assault defense lawyer, Matthew V. Portella, is an aggressive, proactive advocate for clients. When our law firm takes on a case, we commit to putting in the time, resources, and attention to detail necessary to provide personalized representation. If you …
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Read MoreThe Law Office of Matthew V. Portella, LLC provides expert drug defense for individuals facing charges throughout Camden County, including areas such as Berlin, Cherry Hill, Camden City, Audubon, Haddon Heights, Stratford, Gloucester, Pennsauken, Bellmawr, Lindenwold, Collingswood, and Haddonfield. Drug charges can lead to serious consequences like prison time, heavy fines, and a permanent criminal …
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Read MoreNew Jersey takes intoxicated driving very seriously. A conviction on a DWI charge can result in serious sanctions in New Jersey, potentially including the suspension of your driver’s license. You must comply with your period of license suspension after a DWI conviction and not drive. If you are caught operating a motor vehicle with a …
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Read MoreWhen you see flashing police lights in your rearview mirror, your first instinct might be to flee. Unfortunately, eluding the police or resisting arrest are both criminal offenses in New Jersey. Those convicted face substantial penalties that can impact their lives for years. Fortunately, a New Jersey criminal defense attorney might be able to raise …
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Read MoreNew Jersey has many laws in place specifically intended to protect children, and the state is unafraid to prosecute someone for endangering a child’s safety. At the Law Office of Matthew V. Portella, LLC, we represent individuals accused of endangering the welfare of a child. Whether you are a parent, guardian, babysitter, or adult sibling, …
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Read MoreIn New Jersey, it is unlawful to intentionally deprive another person of their property or assets without permission. You may hear terms such as “burglary” and “robbery” used in reference to these types of criminal offenses. However, it is important to understand in New Jersey that burglary and robbery each have different legal meanings. These …
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Read MoreCareless driving and reckless driving are often confused traffic offenses that carry vastly different sentences. The biggest difference between the two is intention. Unlike reckless driving which is a willful violation of the traffic laws, careless driving involves operating “a vehicle carelessly, or without due caution and circumspection, in a manner so as to endanger, …
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Read MoreHaving automobile insurance is mandatory in New Jersey. New Jersey law requires a driver to have valid liability, personal injury protection, and uninsured or underinsured motorist coverages to legally own and operate a vehicle. This law applies to both the owner and operator of any vehicle. Driving without insurance or failing to have the minimum …
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