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Your Teen’s Tweets Could Cause Legal Trouble

May 6, 2013 | by Aretsky Law Group

Are teens using Twitter Responsibly?

We’re definitely treading on unchartered territory when it comes to the social networking site Twitter. Last week, we talked abut tweets that could land you in prison. And now we’re back to tell you the news doesn’t get any better when it comes to your tweeting teen.

The truth is that there are so many ways that he or she could get in trouble. First of all, teenagers often lack the maturity to restrain from making inappropriate comments or to think about the long-term consequences of what they’re tweeting. Not to mention that kids as young as seven are increasingly accessing social media.

Tweeting the Wrong Message Can Get You Arrested

May 3, 2013 | by Aretsky Law Group

A threatening tweet can be considered a crime

Tweeting is protected under the First Amendment freedom of speech rights, but there are exceptions, especially when security is at stake.

An Alabama man is awaiting sentencing next month after pleading guilty to threatening to kill President Obama in a series of messages he sent out over the social networking site Twitter that referenced an anti-government militia group. Jarvis Britton wasn’t found to have any connections to the militia group and he apologized for “acting stupid” in sending out the tweets, but he now faces up to five years in prison.

Getting a Criminal Record Expunged

May 1, 2013 | by Aretsky Law Group

You can request to have your records deleted

It goes without saying that a criminal record can ruin your chances for getting a job, a rental home or even a date. Your criminal record is a matter of public record, but there are certain instances when you may be able to get your criminal record expunged (deleted) from public files.

Expunging a record means that your criminal records will not be part of the documents that are publicly available and the related proceedings are deemed not to have occurred. To do this, you must petition the court to expunge your record.

A Traffic Ticket Might Cost You Way More than You Think

April 22, 2013 | by Aretsky Law Group

Why Would I Bother Hiring A Traffic Defense Lawyer?

You just got a ticket for speeding. It isn’t your first, but you’re not too worried about it. You figure all you need to do is pay for it and move on. But is that all there is to it? No. People often don’t realize the long lasting effects a moving violation can have on a person’s:

Insurance rates

Can an officer force you to take a blood test during a DUI stop?

April 19, 2013 | by Aretsky Law Group

Supreme Court bars officers from forcing blood tests on most DUI suspects

Police officers can no longer force people suspected of driving while drunk to take a blood alcohol test without a warrant. Officers must request a search warrant with corroborating evidence if the motorist declines a blood test during a DUI stop.

In a ruling announced earlier this week, the Supreme Court said that police officers can order a blood test from people they believe have been driving under the influence of alcohol only if they have a search warrant, except in an emergency or other unusual circumstances. The Court found that most DUI stops did not, in and of themselves, constitute an emergency. The decision basically upholds a person’s Fourth Amendment right against unlawful searches, which the court said includes forced blood tests.

Do I Need a Lawyer if I Was Caught Shoplifting?

April 11, 2013 | by Aretsky Law Group

Shoplifting is a Serious Offense in NJ

Shoplifting is a very serious offense. Depending on the

facts of your case you might go to jail, although fines or community service are more likely. Whatever your sentence turns out to be, however, if you are found guilty, you are now in the criminal justice system as a criminal with a jacket. This can effect future opportunities for you when you apply for a job or to get an apartment. Even a future spouse can look up your criminal record.

A Speeding Ticket Will Cost You More Than Just Money

April 3, 2013 | by Aretsky Law Group

Bergen County Traffic Defense Attorney Explains Consequences of Speeding Tickets

The New Jersey traffic laws may seem silly to you, but they are in place for a reason: mainly, your safety and the safety of others.

Most people do not give much thought to receiving a speeding ticket. Even though you know you shouldn’t be speeding, we have all been guilty of justifying our need to break the rules:

New Jersey Texting and Driving Law Update 2013

April 1, 2013 | by Aretsky Law Group

Texting and Driving: Do You Know What Will Happen To You?

A recent article was written to address updated laws to address the growing problem of driving and texting related accidents on the road. New Jersey is steadily moving to become the toughest state on distracted drivers, specifically aimed at those who continue to text while driving. As of March 21, S69 was sent to Governor Chris Christie for his approval.

The state of New Jersey has gone as far as to adopt a law allowing “full prosecution of cell phone users if they drive recklessly and cause serious harm or death. Penalties would include prison time and fines up to $150,000, similar to drunken driver punishments.” Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadagno, who signed the measure in July of 2012 stated, “If you wouldn’t drink and drive you shouldn’t text and drive.”

Divorce: Is It The Only Option?

March 27, 2013 | by Aretsky Law Group

Bergen County Divorce Lawyer Discusses Alternatives to Divorce

You remember your wedding day with fondness and cherished memories. You started out together with such similar life goals and dreams. You had no idea that you could actually grow apart over time. When you said your vows to stay married through sickness and health, through wealth and poverty, to be together forever until separated by death, you meant them with all your heart.

You have become discouraged and disillusioned by the fact that you have problems, that often seem too big to ever work out. You are not alone – everyone who has ever been married knows that issues will constantly need to be worked through. As each issue resurfaces every so often, you are forced to make a choice: to accept this person for who they are or to criticize them until they become who you want them to be. Realistically, trying to change someone is an impossible job. And who wants to be married to someone who is pretending to be someone they are not, in order to be accepted and fully loved? That’s not true love and acceptance at all.

Missed Your Court Hearing?

March 25, 2013 | by Aretsky Law Group

New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney Explains Your Options

Whether you intentionally chose not to attend or circumstances prevented you from arriving, the court does not accept any excuses. You may have thought that missing the hearing would be easy to reschedule, not that big of a deal. However, in the eyes of the court, missing a court hearing is a serious offense. They assigned you a time to be there, and you failed to show up.

This will most likely result in the court forfeiting your bond and issuing a warrant for your arrest. The forfeiture of bail means that the money you pay to the court will not be returned to you. Having a warrant out for your arrest means that you will arrested on the spot if stopped for a traffic offense, but more importantly, you can be arrested without notice at your home or place of employment.