Improperly transporting firearms has become a prevalent issue for truckers hauling goods from one state to another. Depending on how your firearm is brought into the state and where it is stored in your truck or commercial vehicle, this can open the door to criminal charges. Luckily, The Tormey Law Firm has handled numerous gun […]
Can You get Probation for a Gun Charge in New Jersey? Yes, but it is not so simple. New Jersey has the most strict gun laws in the country. Under the Graves Act, there is typically a mandatory period of imprisonment and a period of parole ineligibility for even first-time offenders. However, that can be […]
Arguments in Favor of the Defendant Seeking Reduced Punishments in Court Even if the prosecutor won’t agree to what you are looking for when it comes to the penalties imposed for a firearms or weapons offense, a judge’s decision can be influenced by persuasive arguments at sentencing. Moreover, submitting a sentencing memorandum prior to your […]
Unfortunately, in the State of New Jersey, if one member of the household is prohibited from owning a firearm or disqualified from obtaining a permit, the entire home is affected. That may sound unconstitutional or even unconscionable to some, but presently, that is the law of the land in the Garden State. Typically, the conditions […]
Facing Criminal Charges After a Road Rage Incident in New Jersey? Road rage, especially in New Jersey, is a heated emotion every resident has experienced on more occasions than they would like to admit. Our State is very crowded, congested with traffic, and overflowing with commuters who are all in a rush to reach their […]