NJ Criminal Podcast

NJ Criminal Podcast host Meg McCormick Hoerner speaks with Howard Dubner and Larry Czaplewski of Gann Law Books about the evolution of New Jersey legal research, legal publishing, and attorney research tools. The discussion covers Gann Law Books’ history dating back to 1936, the editorial process behind New Jersey court rules and legal commentary, online jury charge products, and legal authority.

David Villarreal's Texas murder trial culminated in his own testimony, where he claimed he stabbed the victim in self-defense. A 24-hour overnight recess interrupted his direct examination, and the trial judge issued a "conferral order" — telling defense counsel they could speak with their client about anything EXCEPT "managing" his ongoing testimony. Villarreal was convicted and argued on appeal that his Sixth Amendment right to confer with counsel had been violated. In a unanimous opinion a

When entire towns say "no" and local power says "yes," asking who benefits stops being optional. Summary Across New Jersey, fights over large data-center projects are starting to look less like routine land-use debates and more like stress tests …

Across New Jersey, small black boxes are appearing on poles at neighborhood entrances, intersections, and commercial corridors. They’re marketed as Flock Safety cameras – a “smart” tool to deter crime, recover stolen cars, and help police respond faster. Local officials repeat the vendor’s talking points: automatic license plate readers, privacy by design, 30‑day data retention, “we own the data, not Flock.” Residents are told not to worry. But when you step away from the marketing and look at

The New Jersey Supreme Court rarely reverses a conviction on cumulative error alone—but that’s exactly what happened in State v. Gerald W. Butler. Assistant NJ Deputy Public Defender Alison Gifford, who argued Butler on appeal, joins Former NJ prosecutor and Certified Criminal Trial Attorney Meg McCormick Hoerner to explain how pop‑culture analogies, “background” gun‑violence testimony, and search‑warrant language combined to tip a circumstantial drug case.​ In this episode, you’ll learn: The

3 Min Summary Clients in New Jersey are no longer “finding a lawyer” by scrolling through blue links—they’re getting near-complete answers from Google’s AI summaries and other large language models (LLMs) before they ever see your homepage. In a r…

Episode: AI, EEAT, and the Business of Law Host: Meg McCormick Hoerner, former NJ prosecutor and fmr NJ Supreme Court Certified Criminal Trial Attorney Guest: Tom Ritter, Jornio.com / Legal Podcasting​ ​You’ll hear about:​ New Jersey’s upcoming technology CLE requirement and what recent notices to the bar say about AI in the practice of law Why 70–80% of legal research journeys never click through to a law firm website anymore—and what that means for firms that spent years on traditio

Updated May 5, 2026By Tom Ritter – NJ Criminal Podcast Summary Across New Jersey, small black boxes have quietly appeared on poles at neighborhood entrances, intersections, parks, and commercial corridors. They are Flock Safety cameras – markete…

Summer 2025: Tom the producer released an eight‑part video series tracing Jeffrey Epstein’s rise from obscure teacher to protected predator at the center of an international trafficking and blackmail network.  The topic arose from his investigati…

Immigration attorney Derek DeCosmo discusses the current state of immigration law, highlighting significant challenges such as visa processing halts, the reevaluation of asylum cases, and the elimination of bail for immigrants. He emphasizes the impact of political influence on immigration judges and the tactics used by ICE, which have led to community unrest. The conversation also touches on the tragic case of Ms. Good, illustrating the broader implications of current immigration policies an

This episode digs into the infamous Lindbergh kidnapping trial of Richard "Bruno" Hauptmann, exploring the ethical failures of prosecutor David J Wilentz, media influence, and questionable evidence that characterized the case.

Tom goes deep into the systemic issues surrounding human trafficking, particularly focusing on the recent revelations from Ghislaine Maxwell's testimony and the connections to high-profile individuals, including financial institutions and political figures. He highlights the alarming statistics of child trafficking in America, the role of banks in facilitating these crimes, and the ongoing cover-up that protects powerful individuals involved in these networks. The discussion emphasizes the

Tom the producer offers a disgusted pontification on the growing interest in conspiracy theories and what's driving people's engagement with controversial topics. He discusses the shift in public perception regarding narratives presented by traditional media, particularly in the context of significant events like 9/11 and the COVID-19 pandemic. Tom emphasizes the importance of questioning established narratives and the implications of information control on societal awareness.takeawaysPeople are

This is getting uncomfortable. Tom The Producer taps a call with attorney Meg McCormick Horner, discussing various topics including the Epstein case, 9/11, and upcoming coverage. Full Epstein Coverage: https://youtu.be/q6L6w3rKCPs?si=_UhZpw5w3Hi-jNAb The episode delves into conspiracy theories surrounding 9/11, the implications of Epstein's legal troubles, and the challenges of content creation in today's digital landscape.takeawaysThis episode was unplanned and spontaneous.The conversatio

Tom the producer continues to find appalling information on Jeffrey Epstein, focusing on recent developments, including the Las Vegas arrest of Tom Alexandrovich, a high-ranking Israeli cybersecurity official, for pred@tory behavior towards m!nors. The discussion highlights patterns of individuals fleeing to Israel to evade justice, the implications of Israeli citizenship laws, and the intersection of intelligence agencies and legal loopholes that allow such behavior to persist. The conver

In this conversation, David Helmer, founder of NTTW Consulting, discusses the complexities and implications of artificial intelligence (AI) with host Louis Casadia.

Christian Barth, an author and attorney, discusses his journey in writing true crime, particularly focusing on the Garden State Parkway Murders. He shares updates on his research, the challenges he faces in accessing information, and his transition from non-fiction to fiction writing.

Tom the producer (everybody else is on summer vacay) explores the historical context of sexual blackmail as a tool of control, the financial systems that enable such operations, and the modern implications of surveillance and technological control.

The discussion highlights the role of Israeli intelligence, the political fallout from Epstein's operations, and the potential future of such intelligence tactics.

Connections between Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein, and Teterboro Airport

Tom the producer reveals Jeffrey Epstein not just as a convicted offender, but as a likely central figure in a sophisticated covert operation involving arms trafficking, money laundering, and systematic protection by government agencies. Allegedly...🔍

Lou gets the story on the Karen Read verdict and trial from repeat guest, Chris Lyons.