Phil Murphy signs law to find out why energy prices are skyrocketing under his leadership
TRENTON, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy has signed into law two bills directing state regulators to investigate New Jersey’s skyrocketing electricity costs, a crisis that has deepened under his administration as the…
New Jersey man held without bail for assaulting law enforcement officer and trespassing charges
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — A man is being held without bail in Ocean County on assault and criminal trespassing charges, according to jail records. Alan Yayr Cielo-Garduno was booked on February 4…
North Carolina man indicted for overdose death under Death by Distribution law
MACON COUNTY, N.C. — A North Carolina man has been indicted in connection with the overdose death of Daniel Stanfield, marking a significant use of the state’s Death by Distribution law. The…
Detective Elizabeth Savnik Honored as “Law Enforcement Hometown Hero”
WESTFIELD, NJ – Detective Elizabeth Savnik of the Westfield Police Department was recognized on Thursday as a “Law Enforcement Hometown Hero” at an event hosted by Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. in Bernardsville.…
Pennsylvania man pleads guilty to assaulting law enforcement during Jan. 6 Capitol breach
WASHINGTON — A Pennsylvania man pleaded guilty Thursday to assaulting law enforcement with a dangerous weapon during the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office…
Biden-Harris Call for National Red Flag Law, Gun Ban In Light of Georgia Shooting
It looks like the Biden-Harris White House is stepping up its push for gun reform in a big way. White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre laid out a firm agenda that could…
Michigan Man Arrested for Assaulting Law Enforcement During Jan. 6 Capitol Breach
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A Michigan man has been arrested and charged with assaulting law enforcement officers during the January 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol, an event that disrupted the certification…
Immigrant Driver’s Licenses a National Topic, But A New Jersey Law
TRENTON, NJ – What started as a state-level initiative in New Jersey has now become a heated national issue. With key figures like Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Vice President Kamala Harris…
Somerset County Law Enforcement Joins National Drive Sober Campaign for Labor Day Weekend
SOMERVILLE, N.J. — As part of the nationwide effort to combat impaired driving, the Somerset and Hunterdon County law enforcement agencies will be participating in the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway…
Tennessee Man Arrested for Alleged Assault on Law Enforcement During Capitol Riot
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Nicholas Waldon Smotherman, 41, of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, has been arrested for allegedly assaulting law enforcement officers and other charges related to his actions during the January 6, 2021,…
What You Need to Know About New Jersey’s New Criminal Clemency Law
NEWARK, NJ – In a significant move aimed at addressing systemic inequities within New Jersey’s criminal justice system, Governor Phil Murphy has enacted Executive Order No. 362. This new directive accelerates the…
Virginia Man Sentenced for Assaulting Law Enforcement During Capitol Breach
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Joseph Brody, 24, of Springfield, Virginia, was sentenced to 18 months in prison and 36 months of supervised release for his role in the January 6, 2021, breach of the U.S.…
Virginia Man Sentenced for Assaulting Law Enforcement During Capitol Breach
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Joseph Brody, 24, of Springfield, Virginia, was sentenced to 18 months in prison and 36 months of supervised release for his role in the January 6, 2021, breach of the U.S.…
Maryland’s ‘Nick’s Law’ Tightens Penalties for Boating Under the Influence
The Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) reported a significant reduction in boating accidents and no fatalities during the busiest boating holiday of the year, Independence Day weekend. This year’s “Operation Dry Water”…
New Jersey Governor Signs Menstrual Hygiene Benefit Program Into Law
TRENTON, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy has signed legislation, A2027/S2330, that introduces the State Work First New Jersey Menstrual Hygiene Benefit Program and the Diaper Benefit Program. An appropriation of $2.5 million…
Daughter of Fallen New Jersey State Trooper Graduates With Full Support of Law Enforcement Community
FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP, NJ—In a heartfelt tribute, the New Jersey State Police celebrated a poignant milestone as Julianna Castellano, daughter of the late Trooper Marc Castellano, graduated from Freehold Township High School yesterday.…
New Jersey to Expand Bias Intimidation Law to Include False Public Alarms
TRENTON, NJ – New legislation has been passed in New Jersey expanding the state’s bias intimidation crimes to include the act of creating a false public alarm. Previously, the law covered offenses…
SPJ Says Murphy Signed Death Warrant for New Jersey OPRA Law
Trenton, NJ – The New Jersey Society of Professional Journalists (NJ-SPJ) expressed disappointment over Governor Phil Murphy’s signing of Bill S2930, which significantly alters the Open Public Records Act (OPRA). NJ-SPJ President…
New Jersey Law to Bar Criminal Background Checks, Penalties for Denying Religious Headwear
TRENTON, NJ – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, in conjunction with the Division on Civil Rights (DCR), announced the proposal of a new rule aimed at clarifying the legal boundaries of disparate…
Ocean City Reminds Visitors of No-Alcohol Law
OCEAN CITY, MD – The Ocean City Police Department has issued a reminder regarding the town’s strict alcohol regulations. According to the local ordinance, it is prohibited for any individual to possess…
New Jersey Lawmakers Introduce Riot Act Bill in Light of Shore Mayhem Inspired by Florida Law
TRENTON, NJ – In response to recent disturbances at the shore, New Jersey legislators have introduced a comprehensive bill aimed at expanding and clarifying laws against rioting and related violent crimes. The…