Practical Strategies for NJ Search and Seizure Law

Date: Apr 9, 2025 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Location: New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick,

Member Price: $149.00

Non-Member Price: $185.00

Section Price: $139.00

Event Code: I142825

Areas of Law: Criminal Law

Earn up to 3 credits! (More Information)

Faculty

Keynote

Moderator

Presenters

Hon. Ronald Susswein, J.A.D.
Angelo J. Onofri, Esq.
Former Mercer County Prosecutor
Hinkle Prior & Fischer, Trenton
John P. Velez, Esq.
Arbore Velez, LLC, Netcong
Blair R. Zwillman, Esq.
The Law Office of Blair R. Zwillman, Morristown

Presented in cooperation with the NJSBA Criminal Law Section

Join this seminar to gain insight into the latest considerations for navigating the dynamic realm of New Jersey search and seizure law, where complexities are ever evolving. Whether it's the scrutiny of automobile, home or school searches, the landscape is constantly shifting. Join us for a timely program led by a distinguished panel of criminal law experts poised to dissect recent cases, explore emerging trends and offer practical strategies beneficial for both seasoned and novice attorneys, as well as prosecutors and defense counsel. The program will begin with a brief primer on the current state of search and seizure law from the Honorable Ronald Susswein, J.A.D. Then, the panel will provide attendees with practical strategies that can be implemented immediately, while discussing key takeaways from the latest case law throughout.

Gain pertinent information tailored for the cases you handle, including on topics such as:

  • Scrutinizing challenges to search warrants
  • Navigating standards for field inquiries, stops, detentions, and arrests
  • Understanding limited searches for weapons
  • Mastering the nuances of consent searches
  • Harnessing the power of inventory searches
  • Unraveling the complexities of suppressing warrantless searches
  • Assessing warrants with "no knock" provisions
  • Grappling with the intricacies of seizing computer evidence
  • New technological advancements in search and seizure cases
  • The latest case law developments

Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your knowledge and arm yourself with essential tips and strategies to effectively represent your clients in search and seizure matters.

CLE Credits
NJ CLE:NJ CLE information: This program has been approved by the Board on Continuing Legal Education of the Supreme Court of New Jersey for 3 hours of total CLE credit (Full Credits Available: NJ Criminal Trial Attorney Credit: 3.0, NJ General: 3.0).
NY CLE (t&nt):NY Professional Practice Non-Transitional: 3.0
PA CLE:PA Substantive Credit: 2.5
New: No PACLE fee is required for this program. To earn PA CLE credits, a valid PA Bar ID number must be entered into the CLE form provided after attending the program.

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