Here are some answers to the most frequently-asked questions New Jersey’s new conditional dismissal program available in Municipal Courts, which became effective on January 4, 2014. Am I eligible for the conditional dismissal program in NJ To learn the basics about the conditional dismissal program in NJ, please see my next article to determine if… Continue Reading
Do I Qualify for New Jersey’s Municipal Court Conditional Dismissal Program
New Jersey recently enacted a new law which allows for a new diversionary program in Municipal Courts known as the conditional dismissal program. It has also been referred to as “PTI in Municipal Court” because it is similar to the Pre-Trial Intervention (PTI) program, which has been available in Superior Court for years for first… Continue Reading
Essex County Conviction for Aggravated Arson, Among Other Charges
After facing trial in Essex County Superior Court, a woman with an extensive criminal record was recently convicted on charges for aggravated arson, burglary, and criminal mischief, which may result in an extended prison sentence. 45-year-old Irvington resident Kelly Fowler, who was originally charged with attempted murder among her other crimes, was convicted on Friday,… Continue Reading
Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Charges Former Head of East Orange Non-Profit with Theft Crimes
The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office recently charged the former executive director of a non-profit organization located in East Orange, New Jersey with conspiracy, theft, and financial facilitation of criminal activity, for allegedly stealing almost $400,000 from business over the course of five years. 64-year-old North Brunswick resident Lancie Marchan, the former executive director of the… Continue Reading
Grandson of Long-Time Paterson Councilwoman Facing Drugs, Weapons Charges
An employee of the Paterson Public Works department who is also the grandson of a former Paterson Councilwoman is currently facing numerous drug-related charges as well as charges for unlawful possession of a weapon, according to Captain Troy Oswald, the head of the Paterson Police narcotics unit. Officers from the Paterson Police Department arrested 31-year-old… Continue Reading
