Municipal Law Blog

LEGAL-EASE: TAKING BACK A PLEA IN MUNICIPAL COURT

Monday, January 9, 2012 by Eric B. Morrell

After appearing in Municipal Court and pleading guilty to an offense, many people are uncomfortable with the outcome and contact the Law Office of Eric B. Morrell to ask about how to take their plea back. This process is known as the withdrawal of a guilty plea. In order to withdraw a plea, you must file a motion to vacate the plea and return your case to the trial calendar. Under Rule 3:21-1 of the New Jersey Rules of Court and Rule 7:6-2(b) of the Municipal Court Rules, a mot... Read More

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Topic: Municipal Law

Legal-Ease

Friday, October 7, 2011 by Eric B. Morrell

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Topic: Municipal Law

Legal-Ease: Navigating The Municipal Court Experience

Wednesday, June 15, 2011 by Eric B. Morrell

I have received some very positive feedback from my last column so I decided to continue with Legal-Ease. This column will explore the world of municipal court. As an experienced practitioner in municipal courts throughout New Jersey, I will share some useful information that will assist you in succeeding in that arena. Many people are exposed to their local town court because they receive a traffic ticket from a town or State Police officer. Others are in municipal court because they were charg... Read More

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Topic: Municipal Law

Police wrongful arrest and search

Monday, October 25, 2010 by John W. Bailey

Bailey, Kelleher & Johnson successfully defend the Troy, New York police department in a "1983" civil rights lawsuit premised on wrongful arrest and illegal search of the plaintiff's house.... Read More

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Topic: Municipal Law

Excessive Force

Thursday, September 30, 2010 by John W. Bailey

John W. Bailey successfully defended the City of Troy in a high profile excessive force claim. The two plaintiff's claimed that they were repeatedly beaten by three Troy, New York police officers. The beatings were witnessed by a prominant Albany, New York political activist. The defense focused on the known violent criminal history of the plaintiffs and discrediting the testimony of the "impartial" witness. The witness was confronted with an article she... Read More

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Topic: Municipal Law

firefighter and police claims for personal injury.

Sunday, August 29, 2010 by John W. Bailey

Bailey,Kelleher& Johnson have successfully defended the City of Saratoga Springs and an Albany landlord in serious personal injury claims brought by injured police officers and firefighters. This is a rapidly expanding area of personal injury litigation. We would welcome the chance to share our experience with you.... Read More

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Topic: Municipal Law

Bailey, Kelleher & Johnson sue paper terrorists

Sunday, August 29, 2010 by John W. Bailey

The waive of paper terrorist activity which started on the west coast has reached New York. Ulster County, and several of it's townships and numerous public officials have been targeted by a group of right wing fanatics. The "paper terrorists" have found ways to file liens and other credit destroying documents against their enemies. BK&J have filed a Federal RICO action on behalf of the targeted entities and officials. The suit is pending in the United States District Court for the Northern District of New York.... Read More

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Topic: Municipal Law

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