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When you have been charged with a crime, it is critical that you hire an experienced criminal defense attorney–Weinstock Defense is prepared to build a compelling case to support your interests. This blog is full of educational and informative content that will help you understand the legal process and the options available to you. Ed Weinstock has years of experience practicing criminal law and has developed this blog as a means to supporting clients and providing helpful, informative resources to better help you understand the scope of legal situations.
Baseball legend arrested for drugged driving in New Jersey
A former World Series champion with a history of drug and alcohol problems has been arrested and charged, according to local sources. Dwight "Doc" Gooden, a pitching star for the Amazin' Mets of 1986 World Series fame, was arrested in New Jersey for cocaine possession...
Impact of a drug conviction
Drug convictions can take a significant toll on your life. The penalties for your arrest may include prison time or a significant fine. Unfortunately, the impact of a drug conviction does not necessarily end there. Your arrest for possession or intent to distribute...
County sheriff’s officer facing drunk driving charges
An officer of the sheriff's office in Bergen County is facing serious charges after he was pulled over for allegedly driving while intoxicated, according to police sources. The officer was set to appear in a Secaucus, New Jersey, court room on July 9 to face the drunk...
New Jersey man faces DUI charges
A man from Belmar is facing criminal charges after allegedly causing a car accident, according to local police. Authorities in New Jersey arrested the 29-year-old man after he apparently crashed his car on the morning of June 12. He now...
New Jersey police charge teacher with DUI
Police recently arrested a New Jersey woman after she allegedly caused a single-vehicle crash. Regarding the DUI charge, authorities claim that the woman drove her vehicle into a pizza shop while under the influence of alcohol. One person was possibly injured in...
Can you challenge evidence from a DUI traffic stop?
In the past, law enforcement has made significant errors during DUI traffic stops. The protocols, procedures and devices are far from 100% accurate. In addition, law enforcement officers, like other human beings, make mistakes. Therefore, you can bring many aspects of...
2 face drunk driving charges in New Jersey
Police in Hackettstown have arrested two people for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol, one of whom arrived to pick the other up from the police station, according to the report. New Jersey authorities have confirmed the arrest of a 21-year-old...
Man in New Jersey faces drunk driving charges
A man police believe was under the influence of alcohol at the time of a serious car crash has been arrested. New Jersey authorities have charged the man with drunk driving as well as vehicular assault. He has been released on $3,000 secured bail, and so far, no court...
What is the New Jersey point system?
Probably every New Jersey driver has broken a traffic law—or two—in their lifetime. Speeding on the highway or accidentally rolling through a stop sign is so common that many people do not think twice. Getting a ticket for these frequent incidents can be both...
An underage DUI charge can have significant consequences
In order to purchase or possess alcohol in the state of New Jersey, one has to be at least 21 years old. The only times it is deemed acceptable for anyone younger than that to consume alcohol is if it is for religious purposes or is done in a private setting under...