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Criminal Defense Blog
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.
2 ways to avoid a lifelong criminal record when facing drug charges
Although the attitudes of some people about drugs have changed in recent years, there is still a lot of social stigma associated with drug use. When people know that an individual is a drug user, they will treat that person differently than others. Unfortunately, all...
The FIU investigates high-dollar casino crimes
As one of the leading gambling cities in the world, Atlantic City takes casino crimes very seriously. The New Jersey State Police (NJSP) has a Casino Gaming Bureau that consists of four units. One of these is the Financial Crimes Investigations Unit (FIU). The FIU...
5 ways teens get alcohol
You may remember your teen years when your parents told you not to drink alcohol – and you did it anyhow. Now you have a teen (or two) of your own and you may be worrying if they’re going to follow in your footsteps. While it’s not legal for teens to drink (without...
Atlantic City’s most common casino crimes
Atlantic City is a popular vacation spot for those who enjoy gambling. Unfortunately, it is also a place where casino crimes are committed on a regular basis. Though security in these establishments keeps an eye out for criminal activity, they can’t stop everyone. A...
What happens when the police catch minors with alcohol?
The teenage years are often full of rule-breaking, rebellion and personal experimentation. High school students and recent graduates alike need to figure out who they are as a person and differentiate themselves from their parents, a process that can be quite painful...
Are you facing an “intent to distribute” drug charge?
If you have been charged with drug possession with intent to distribute, you are likely feeling scared and alone. You may not know where to turn or what to do next. This is understandable, but don't panic. Learn more about both the penalties for a conviction in New...
Can you use crime of passion as a defense?
You may have heard people discuss crimes of passion. A crime of passion is when someone is so overcome by emotion that they react without thinking and do something illegal. In the most serious cases, it results in death. Can you really claim that it was a crime of...
Murder and manslaughter are not the same
The actors on TV police dramas say words like murder, homicide and manslaughter all the time. You figure those terms all describe one individual taking the life of another, so they must mean the same thing, right? Actually, they do not. Each is unique in key ways....
Does fighting a speeding ticket make financial sense?
The average person doesn't think of themselves as a criminal, but many people break the law every day without even realizing it. Some drivers don't think twice about intentionally driving at a speed higher than the posted limit in an area. Speeding is one of the most...
Insanity defense. Some mental disorders can lead to violent crime
The film and television industry misrepresents the insanity defense, making it seem easy to beat charges for committing a violent offense. In real life, it is extremely hard to win a trial based on the insanity of a defendant. However, some people need an insanity...