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  • Your Ex Contacted You Despite a Restraining Order in New Jersey. Can You Respond?

    Nov 14, 2026

    Your phone lights up with a message from your ex. They're asking how you've been, saying they want to talk, or suggesting that the two of you work things out. Normally, you might respond without giving it much thought. But there's a Now you're wondering, "My ex contacted me first. Can I respond to my ex without violating the restraining order? In New Jersey, the person protected by a restraining order cannot give yo...
  • What Happens After a Drug DUI Conviction in New Jersey? Can You Lose Your License?

    Oct 23, 2026

    You were charged with driving under the influence of marijuana or prescription medication in New Jersey. Now, one question may be weighing heavily on your mind: What happens if you're convicted? You might depend on your car to get to work, pick up your children, or attend medical appointments. If your license is suspended, how will you manage those responsibilities? For many New Jersey drivers, that's one of the most pressing concerns after a...
  • Received a Federal Target Letter for Wire Fraud? What Happens Next?

    Sep 25, 2026

    You open a letter from a federal prosecutor and see language telling you that you are a “target” of a grand jury investigation. The letter may identify possible federal offenses, refer to wire fraud, address grand jury testimony or records, or warn that what you say could be used against you. Until that moment, you may not have realized federal investigators were looking closely at your conduct. Receiving a target letter does not mean yo...
  • Can You Get a DUI in New Jersey Even If Your BAC Is Under 0.08%?

    Aug 31, 2026

    You were pulled over, asked to perform field sobriety tests, and later gave a breath sample. When you learned that your blood alcohol concentration was below 0.08%, you may have assumed that meant you could not be charged with DUI. Then you were charged anyway. In New Jersey, a BAC below 0.08% does not automatically rule out a DUI case. The State may still try to prove that you were under the influence of alcoho...
  • What Evidence Does the State Need to Prove Strangulation in New Jersey?

    Jul 31, 2026

    Police are called after an argument, and someone says you put your hands around their neck, blocked their breathing, or restricted their blood circulation. You could quickly find yourself answering questions about an accusation that can lead to a serious criminal charge in New Jersey. Police reports, statements, photographs, body-camera footage, medical information, and other evidence can become part of the investigation. But an accusation is not the same as proof. If you are charge...
  • Your Rights if Detectives Contact You About an Investigation in Trenton

    Jun 30, 2026

    When Those questions can feel even more immediate when a serious investigation is unfolding close to home. A If you live in Trenton, Hamilton, or elsewhere in Mercer County, a local investigation can make these questions feel less abstract. You do not have to guess what happened or draw conclusions about anyone involved to understand why your rights matter. If detectives contact you about a matter involving weapons, vehicles, phones, or multiple people...
  • Can Evidence Be Challenged in a New Jersey Drug DUI Case?

    May 27, 2026

    A drug DUI charge can leave you feeling as if the State already has the upper hand. Maybe there was no alcohol involved. Maybe you used marijuana legally. Maybe you took prescription medication exactly the way your doctor told you to. Maybe the traffic stop lasted only a few minutes, but now you are facing a charge that could affect your license, your record, your job, your family, and your reputation. If you or you...
  • Charged With a Drug DUI in New Jersey? How Police Prove Impairment Without a Breath Test Number

    Apr 24, 2026

    If you were charged with a In many Here, we explain what evidence police may rely on, how these cases are often built, and why that does not automatically mean the case against you is as strong as it may first seem. Why a Drug DUI Charge Can Catch Drivers Off Guard One of the hardest parts of these cases is how unexpected they feel. You may not have had a drink a...
  • Can You Get a DUI in New Jersey for Marijuana or Prescription Medication?

    Mar 27, 2026

    Many people in New Jersey assume DUI charges apply only to alcohol. In reality, New Jersey DUI laws reach far beyond drinking. Under New Jersey law, a driver can face charges for operating a vehicle while under the influence of a narcotic, hallucinogenic, or habit-producing drug. This type of charge is often referred to as a The substance involved often affects how police investigate the case and how prosecutors try to prove impairment. Marijuana...
  • New Jersey Final Restraining Order Hearing: How to Prepare and What Evidence Matters

    Feb 19, 2026

    Being served with a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) can feel like the ground shifts under you overnight. Then the next fear hits fast: the Final At Davis Law Firm, LLC, we help people across Mercer County, Trenton, and the surrounding area prepare for what comes next when New Jersey Courts often advise parties to contact the court ahead of time to confirm how evidence must be submitted. That single step is often easy t...
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