Month: March 2023

If your criminal proceedings are slowly approaching, you may be attempting to think of any and every defense you can take for the accusations against you. With this, you may want to consider a motion to suppress evidence. Read on to discover what this motion exactly is and how a seasoned Bergen County, New Jersey criminal defense lawyer at The Law Office of E. Gregory Cannarozzi can help determine whether this is relevant to your case. What is the motion to suppress evidence? Put simply, a motion to suppress evidence is a type of motion filed with the criminal court when you have reason to believe the evidence that the state has against you was illegally obtained through an unlawful search, seizure, or otherwise. If this motion is successful, the criminal judge will remove this evidence from your proceedings. Say, for instance, that your criminal proceedings are in regard to your DUI accusation. And say that the law enforcement officer that pulled you over had no reasonable suspicion or probable cause to stop and detain you. With this, you may file a motion to suppress so that the evidence obtained at your stop and detaining can be discarded, which may […]

In most states, there are two main types of crimes: misdemeanors and felonies. Technically there are no “felonies” in New Jersey, but the equivalent in our state are indictable offenses. These are sometimes referred to as Superior Court offenses, and they’re the most severe type of crime in New Jersey. If you’ve been charged with this type of crime, you may receive a notice to appear in pre-indictment court. If you don’t know much about this, no need to worry because our knowledgeable law firm is here to help! Continue reading this blog to learn more about this topic, or reach out to a Bergen County, New Jersey Criminal Defense Lawyer today who can provide specialized legal counseling. WHAT IS THE PRE-INDICTMENT COURT? If you’re charged with any degree of an indictable offense in New Jersey, there’s a good chance that the lead prosecutor of your case will present it to a grand jury. As a defendant, neither you nor your defense team can attend the grand jury hearing. This is usually less than ideal, especially because grand jury hearings tend to be quite one-sided; although there are some cases where the defendant is allowed to testify at this trial. […]

A police interrogation can be highly stressful for anyone even if they know they haven’t done anything wrong. Many people in this situation worry about if they seem suspicious to law enforcement officers. The good news is that dedicated criminal defense law firms like ours are committed to protecting innocent suspects from being manipulated by police officers. Continue reading this blog to learn about the importance of contacting a lawyer before you answer any questions from the police. For further information, you can reach out to a Bergen County, New Jersey Criminal Defense Lawyer who can provide individualized legal counseling. SHOULD I HIRE A LAWYER BEFORE I TALK TO THE POLICE? Yes, our law firm highly recommends contacting a lawyer if you need to speak to the police about a criminal case or ongoing investigation. Some people worry that having a lawyer with you in the interrogation room can make you seem suspicious, but really this shows that you know your rights. Unfortunately, there are instances where police officers pressure a suspect into a false confession to get the case solved as quickly as possible. Some people might not even know that police officers are legally allowed to lie to […]

DWIs are extremely serious charges, no matter your age. Unfortunately, when someone is convicted of a DWI, it will most likely affect their life for months or years to come. That being said, those who are charged with DWI while under the age of 21 have a unique set of penalties that they may have to face, and if you are someone who has recently received an underage DWI, you must continue reading and speak with our experienced Bergen County, New Jersey DUI lawyer to learn more about the consequences of your charges and how we can help you fight them. Here are some of the questions you may have: What are the standards for an underage DWI? In New Jersey, when someone is arrested with a blood alcohol content of .08% or higher, they may be charged with a DWI. However, if you are under the age of 21, you may receive an underage DWI even if you are caught operating your vehicle with a Blood Alcohol Content of .01% or higher. What happens if I am charged with a DWI while under the age of 21 in New Jersey? The consequences of an underage DWI in New Jersey […]

If you operate a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or greater, you will be charged with driving while under the influence (DUI). DUIs carry significant penalties. One of the more serious penalties is the loss of your driving privileges. Losing your driving privileges can interfere with your responsibilities and ability to earn a living. In New Jersey, if this is your first DUI offense, you will automatically be subject to a 3-month license suspension. However, if the court finds any aggravating factors warrant additional penalties, they could suspend your license for longer. Those convicted of DUI often wonder whether the court offers conditional driver’s licenses that would allow them to drive under limited circumstances. Please continue reading to learn how you can get your driver’s license back after a DUI and how a determined Bergen County, New Jersey DUI Lawyer can help you today.  How do I get my driver’s license back after a DUI in New Jersey? Some states allow those convicted of alcohol-related offenses such as a DUI to obtain a hardship or conditional driver’s license. Essentially, the court allows those eligible to have restricted driving privileges. However, New Jersey does not offer those convicted […]

You might have heard that there are two main types of crimes: felonies and misdemeanors. In New Jersey, there is technically no such thing as a “felony” in criminal cases. However, indictable offenses are the equivalent of felony charges, in terms of penalties. If you are a New Jersey resident, you might wonder about what factors can increase the severity of a felony charge in our state. Continue reading this blog to learn more, or reach out to a Bergen County, New Jersey Criminal Defense Lawyer for individualized legal counseling. WHAT FACTORS AFFECT THE SEVERITY OF A FELONY CHARGE? The consequences you could face for a criminal charge entirely depend on the circumstances of the incident. You should always contact an attorney after getting arrested so you’ll know the best way to protect your rights. There are many different factors that might impact the severity of your criminal charges or the possible consequences you may face. Some of the most common factors include: The defendant’s criminal history The role that the defendant played in the crime How much harm was inflicted on others during the crime Whether a firearm or other dangerous weapon was used during the crime How dangerous […]