The phrase “knowledge is power” is certainly true when it comes to defending your rights. Learn to protect yourself and your family. The Rutgers Law School has partnered with the Newark Public Library to offer a series of free legal information sessions for the community during the months of February, March, and April.
Questions? Please call 973-733-3637 or email ibetancourt@npl.org
What Is Sexual Assault?
Tuesday, February 27, 2018
6:00 – 7:30 pm
Auditorium, 4th Floor, Main Library
This presentation will provide an overview of sexual assault laws in New Jersey, and will discuss resources available for victims of sexual violence.
What to Do When You Are Stopped by the Police
Thursday, March 1, 2018
6:00 – 7:30 pm
Auditorium, 4th Floor, Main Library
Learn what to do, and what not to do, when you are questioned, pulled over, or arrested. This workshop will offer practical information and help you understand your rights when interacting with police officers.
Landlord and Tenant Rights: What You Need to Know
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
6:00 – 7:30 pm
Auditorium, 4th Floor, Main Library
This presentation will discuss landlord/tenant law, and the responsibilities landlords and tenants owe to one another.
Your Rights as a Consumer: Lemon Laws
Wednesday, March 7, 2018
6:00 – 7:30 pm
Auditorium, 4th Floor, Main Library
You purchased a “lemon,” a car that has a series of recurring problems that the dealer or other mechanics cannot remedy. What can you do? Learn how New Jersey’s Lemon Laws can help you.
Why Good Credit Matters
Tuesday, March 13, 2018
6:00 – 7:30 pm
Auditorium, 4th Floor, Main Library
When you apply for credit, insurance, phone service, or even to rent a place to live, providers want to know if you are a good risk. Learn how your decisions on purchases, loans, and financial responsibilities affect your credit score. Other topics will include banks vs. credit unions, pre-paid cards, the consequences of defaulting on bills, and how to improve your financial literacy.
Expungements: Clearing Your Legal History
Thursday, March 15, 2018
6:00 – 7:30 pm
Auditorium, 4th Floor, Main Library
Do you or someone you know have a juvenile or criminal record? Come learn about the expungement process, to seal those records for when you are applying for a job, renting a home, or obtaining certifications or special licenses. Learn the types of records that can be expunged, and the steps an individual must take in order to have a criminal record expunged.
Immigrant Rights: DACA and ICE Stops
Thursday, March 29, 2018
6:00 – 7:30 pm
Auditorium, 4th Floor, Main Library
All people living in the United States, including undocumented immigrants, have certain rights under the constitution. Learn about your rights and what you should do if you are approached by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
Hazardous Sites and Their Effects on Property Near You
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
6:00 – 7:30 pm
Auditorium, 4th Floor, Main Library
Hazardous waste sites can have a major effect on the value of surrounding properties and neighborhoods. Learn about the various toxic hazardous sites located in Newark, known as Superfund or brownfield sites. Information about EPA cleanup locations and remaining contaminants will be provided, and the effects of these contaminants will be discussed.
