Parents often hope that a teenager's first serious mistake will become a lesson rather than a lifelong setback. If your child has been charged with a DUI, you may be wondering whether a first offense will be treated more leniently because of their age. While every...
Anyone who operates a motor vehicle on any public road, street or highway or quasi-public area in New Jersey is deemed to have given consent to the taking of their breath or blood sample for a chemical test to determine their blood alcohol content (BAC) if they are...
A DWI arrest in Hackensack or anywhere in Bergen County can make one number feel like the whole case. Breath tests can be accurate when the device works properly and officers follow the required process. They are not automatically flawless, though. The result may...
Statistically speaking, men are more likely to get a DUI than women. Some reports indicate that roughly 75% of national DUI arrests are of male drivers, for example, while just 25% are female drivers. Similarly, it is also worth noting that men are involved in more...
A first DWI in New Jersey can shake up anyone's plans fast. Court dates, MVC rules and school or job fallout loom while keeping grades and deadlines on track. Parents want to help but also want to respect their child's space. If you find yourself in this predicament,...
The temperatures are high once again in Bergen County. That’s a sure sign that the end of the school year is looming. For parents, that can mean a shuffled schedule, as they must arrange supervision of youngsters. But for teens, it brings the heady presumption of...
You know that getting charged with a DUI can bring about serious consequences, including financial fines, potential incarceration and the suspension of your driver’s license. As a result, you are always looking for ways to ensure that you are sober and clearheaded...
The flashing lights, the blaring siren and an officer asking rapid-fire questions are not experiences most people face every day. It’s safe to say that encountering a DWI for the first time can feel disorienting and overwhelming. While many assume that a first offense...
A first DUI arrest in New Jersey can disrupt your life quickly. The law imposes mandatory penalties, the court process moves fast and the outcome can affect your driving record for years. When you understand what happens next, you can prepare for each stage and avoid...
If the police stop you for driving while intoxicated with a minor in the vehicle, the legal situation becomes significantly more complex. In New Jersey, the presence of a passenger age 17 or younger triggers specific statutes that carry penalties beyond a standard....
When police officers suspect people of drunk driving, they immediately start looking for evidence. They need justification to arrest motorists and also evidence to help the prosecution secure a conviction if the case goes to trial. Police officers may have camera...
For most drivers in New Jersey, the legal limit is 0.08%. This refers to a measurement of a person’s blood alcohol concentration, which can be taken in a few different ways, but is most commonly determined with a breath test. If someone reaches 0.08% or exceeds it,...
Just because you failed a breath test, that does not necessarily mean you are going to be convicted of DUI or DWI. It is certainly possible, as the law states that you are guilty if you have a breath test result in excess of 0.08%, which is the legal limit for the...
A night out with friends or a casual dinner with family can quickly turn stressful when flashing lights appear in your rearview mirror. Many people believe that as long as their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is below 0.08%, they’re automatically safe from a DWI...
Even the most innocent person will admit that a police stop makes them nervous, and that is because uncertainty puts anyone on edge. The flashing lights, uniformed officers and random questions are enough to make anyone’s palms sweat. The fear of saying the wrong...