Have you been charged with a simple assault in New Jersey? When emotions heat up, simple assault can follow. Simple assault often occurs in episodes of domestic violence, when arguing with neighbors, or in instances of public intoxication.  If you have been charged with simple assault, you know that there’s nothing simple about beating this charge. You need to understand…

Common NJ Drug Arrests Been arrested for a possession charge in NJ? This is the most common question new clients ask after being arrested for drug possession. This article answers some questions about how to get possession charges dismissed in NJ. The most common type of drug possession is possessions of marijuana. The applicable statute is NJSA 2C:35-10(a)4. This is…

Potential clients reach out to my office all the time asking how to get points off their licenses. Getting points on your driver’s license can lead to fines, increased insurance rates, and even suspension of your license. It’s critical that you act quickly and explore all possible solutions for removing points. In these cases, a criminal defense attorney can help.…

Domestic violence is a serious crime in the eyes of New Jersey. When police are called to a domestic dispute, they can arrest an alleged abuser, even if the victim does not want them to. The police can also arrest an alleged abuser if there is no witness to testify against him. Once arrested, the prosecutor must decide whether to…

Unfortunately, there is no easy answer to this question. The details of most settlement agreements are private. Because of this, there is no way to know the average personal injury settlement amount. Every personal injury case is different—different injuries, different defendants, different insurance policies. Hearing that your cousin got $40,000 for a broken bone in a car accident doesn’t tell…

Unfortunately, mistakes do happen in criminal cases. Are you frustrated with a New Jersey court’s finding in a criminal case? If you are, don’t settle for an order that is wrong. Any order entered by a judge could have serious implications. You could even face several years to life in prison for a conviction that was based on error. Even…

When facing any type of drug charges in New Jersey, it is important to learn more about drug laws and penalties. No matter how minor your drug charge case might seem, it is critical to hire a New Jersey drug defense attorney.  An experienced lawyer will begin working with you on a defense strategy tailored to the specific facts of…

Facing drug charges causes lots of anxiety. As a first-time offender who doesn’t have any experience with the criminal justice system, it is overwhelming. Facing charges for constructive possession can add even more confusion. So, can lawfully be arrested for constructive possession in New Jersey? Many people who are charged with possession of a controlled substance are charged because they…

As parents, we want to see our teenagers enjoy good times with friends. At the same time, we want to keep them safe, too. Avoiding legal trouble with house parties is vital to protect your family. Allowing your teen to have a house party may seem like an ideal way for the teen to have fun while still being under…

The Law Offices of Anthony J. Vecchio, LLC is proud to announce that the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys™ (AIOCLA) has selected Anthony Vecchio as one of its 10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in New Jersey for 2015. As a third-party attorney rating organization, the AIOCLA publishes annual lists of the top criminal attorneys in each state. The group’s mission…