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AT A FINAL RESTRAINING ORDER (FRO) HEARING, MAY A DEFENDANT BE CALLED AS A WITNESS BY THE PLAINTIFF AND/OR CAN THE DEFENDANT INVOKE THE PRIVILEGE AGAINST SELF-INCRIMINATION?

AT A FINAL RESTRAINING ORDER (FRO) HEARING, MAY A DEFENDANT BE CALLED AS A WITNESS BY THE PLAINTIFF AND/OR CAN THE DEFENDANT INVOKE THE PRIVILEGE AGAINST SELF-INCRIMINATION?

The answer to the above is “maybe” after reviewing the New Jersey Supreme Court’s recent May 27, 2025 decision in M.A. v. J.H.M. In that domestic violence case, the plaintiff’s attorney had called the defendant as a witness, after the estranged wife had alleged the so...

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THE CONTINUED IMPORTANCE OF MIRANDA WARNINGS

THE CONTINUED IMPORTANCE OF MIRANDA WARNINGS

If you have ever watched a crime drama or a police procedural show, chances are you have heard the phrase "You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford...

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OVERVIEW OF THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROCESS

OVERVIEW OF THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROCESS

The criminal justice system is a complex and multi-faceted entity designed to uphold the rule of law, protect individual rights, and ensure public safety. Understanding the various stages and components of the criminal justice process is crucial for not only legal...

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