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Lying To Investors Can Put You In Prison

By Phillip J. Murphy |

We live in a world where investors are constantly searching for the next big thing. We’ve all seen how profitable an idea can be – whether it’s Apple’s first iPhone or Tesla’s first electric car. But what happens when your idea is just that – an idea. What happens when it’s nothing more than… Read More »

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Setting Fires For Insurance Fraud In New Jersey: What Happens If You’re Caught?

By Phillip J. Murphy |

Setting fires for insurance fraud is one of the oldest tricks in the book, and people have been doing it since Roman times. But what happens if you’re caught? Just as insurance fraud is an old crime, the act of prosecuting this crime is just as well-established. And make no mistake, if you set… Read More »

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Facing Charges As A Correction Officer In New York: What Can You Do?

By Phillip J. Murphy |

Correction officers play a valuable role in New York’s society. Without them, it would be impossible to incarcerate the state’s population of criminals and felons. Each day, they expose themselves to serious danger and abuse. But what happens when correction officers face criminal charges themselves? What can you do if you were charged with… Read More »

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How Reliable Is Ballistic Evidence In A New Jersey Trial?

By Phillip J. Murphy |

If you’ve been accused of a crime involving the discharge of a firearm in New Jersey, you’ll probably face ballistic evidence in court. But how reliable is this evidence? Will it prove your guilt? Or is it possible to poke holes in this evidence and destroy its credibility? This has become a somewhat controversial… Read More »

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What You Need To Know About New York’s New Idling Law

By Phillip J. Murphy |

As many are no doubt aware, idling is the act of keeping your car running while parking for long periods of time. But how long is too long? This is a question that the New York City Council has been trying to answer. A new law could make it much easier to break idling… Read More »

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Can You Face Charges For Possessing ONLY Ammunition In New York?

By Phillip J. Murphy |

Anyone who knows a thing or two about guns will tell you that these devices are useless without ammunition. On the other hand, ammunition is arguably even more useless without a gun. But could you really face criminal charges for possessing only ammunition in the State of New York? The answer might surprise you,… Read More »

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Why Do Some Criminal Investigations In New York Take So Long?

By Phillip J. Murphy |

Criminals may believe that they have escaped consequences when years pass after their crimes with no consequences. But not so fast. In many cases, investigations can finally catch up with criminals years or even decades after the crime was committed. There are a number of factors that can draw out these investigations. In a… Read More »

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Why You Should Think Carefully When Choosing A Defense Lawyer In New York

By Phillip J. Murphy |

When you’re facing charges, you don’t really have time to waste months searching for the perfect criminal defense attorney. On the other hand, a little bit of research and care can make a real difference as you select a legal professional who can provide better results. Often, defendants simply make decisions based on other… Read More »

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Penalties For Dodging Taxes With Cryptocurrencies In New York

By Phillip J. Murphy |

People have been trying to avoid taxes since the practice first began. It was only a matter of time before people started using cryptocurrency to pay less taxes, conceal their incomes, and take full advantage of blockchain’s anonymity. But what happens if you get caught doing this in New York? What kinds of consequences… Read More »

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What Is The Penalty For Selling Oxycodone In New Jersey?

By Phillip J. Murphy |

Oxycodone has a very bad rap these days in New Jersey, as lawmakers today realize that this drug has contributed to the opioid crisis. If you sell oxycodone in New Jersey, you face serious penalties. Even if you are a licensed medical professional, you can easily experience prison time for distributing this narcotic illegally…. Read More »

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