If you have been convicted of a crime and imprisoned in New Jersey, you may qualify for early release through a parole program provided you meet a strict set of requirements. In New Jersey, you may be eligible for parole after serving one-third of your sentence, or another statutory minimum. If your crime falls under […]
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What Are Romeo and Juliet Laws in New Jersey?
Romeo and Juliet laws in New Jersey are those that generally exempt the older member of a young couple against possible statutory rape and other sex offenses. Also called a close-in-age exemption, Romeo and Juliet Laws do not punish teens for having sex with others who are very close in age. As long as the […]
Two Chevy Bolts Catch Fire – GM Urges Not to Park Indoors or Charge Overnight
Auto manufacturer General Motors is telling owners of older model Chevrolet Bolts to park the cars outdoors and not to charge them overnight after two of the electric cars caught fire – one in New Jersey and one in Vermont. Recall repairs had been made recently on both the vehicles that caught fire, as GM […]
Deadly Hit and Run on Garden State Parkway
A hit and run accident in Montvale on the Garden State Parkway last week turned deadly. New Jersey State Police today identified the victim as a 77-year old New York man. The accident happened when a BMW struck the victimās car on the right side, prompting the victim to lose control of the vehicle and […]