On Behalf of DeCosmo & Rolon, Attorneys at Law | Jul 14, 2021 | Criminal Defense
On February 22, 2021, Governor Phil Murphy decriminalized the use and possession of marijuana in small amounts. Individuals at least 21 years old may legally use marijuana under the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory, Enforcement Assistance and Marketplace Modernization...
On Behalf of DeCosmo & Rolon, Attorneys at Law | Jul 5, 2021 | Criminal Defense, Immigration And Naturalization
Immigrants, whether they hold a visa or a green card, must follow the laws of the country or risk deportation. Unfortunately, some of the crimes that can result in deportation may be minor. Immigration law can be difficult to understand, as it includes both federal...
On Behalf of DeCosmo & Rolon, Attorneys at Law | Jun 21, 2021 | Criminal Defense
Despite your arrest at the hands of New Jersey police, you still desire to earn a degree. Could your drug charge become a roadblock to qualifying for student loans? U.S. News & World Report offers tips for navigating financial aid applications with a drug...
On Behalf of DeCosmo & Rolon, Attorneys at Law | May 28, 2021 | Criminal Defense, Crimmigration, Immigration And Naturalization
When you live in New Jersey or another part of the United States as a non-citizen, you need to take extra care when it comes to how you conduct yourself. Certain types of legal trouble, such as drug violations, have the potential to lead to detention or even...
On Behalf of DeCosmo & Rolon, Attorneys at Law | May 21, 2021 | Criminal Defense
New Jersey laws address theft in its various forms, from shoplifting and cargo to theft of services. Theft of services requires intent, but the crime may not require that you use the services to obtain a guilty verdict. According to the New Jersey Legislature, theft...
On Behalf of DeCosmo & Rolon, Attorneys at Law | May 5, 2021 | Criminal Defense
If you were under the threat of harm but managed to fight off your assailant, what can you do if the assailant brings assault charges against you? New Jersey permits citizens to use force to protect themselves. The law does not only protect you but your rights in the...
On Behalf of DeCosmo & Rolon, Attorneys at Law | Feb 26, 2021 | Criminal Defense
The term “plea bargain” might sound familiar to you. It holds a crucial place in the justice system. Supporters of plea bargains say that it allows for more options for individuals facing charges. Those who disagree think it is unfair toward either the...
On Behalf of DeCosmo & Rolon, Attorneys at Law | Feb 19, 2021 | Criminal Defense
One of the biggest failures of the criminal justice system is the conviction of an innocent person. When this happens, legal entities should take all steps to correct it. However, compensation for a wrongful conviction is severely lacking in the U.S. The Innocence...
On Behalf of DeCosmo & Rolon, Attorneys at Law | Feb 12, 2021 | Criminal Defense
A police pursuit in New Jersey on the evening of Jan. 2 led to eluding charges for a 23-year-old Toms River man and a drunk driving count for a New York resident who happened across the scene. The sequence of events began at about 8:16 p.m. on the eastbound lanes of...
On Behalf of DeCosmo & Rolon, Attorneys at Law | Nov 6, 2020 | Criminal Defense
In Camden, there are many crimes that take place. It’s important for you, and anyone else who is accused of a crime, to know that you have a right to defend yourself. There are many reasons that people commit crimes or are accused of them, and it’s worth the time to...
