The state of New Jersey does not treat drunk driving lightly. If a criminal court convicts you on a DUI charge, you may face fines, incarceration, license suspension and the installation of an ignition interlock device on your vehicle.An ignition interlock...
Drunk Driving
Facts that may surprise you regarding field sobriety tests
It's dark outside, and you are on your way home from a fun evening out with friends. It is raining, so there is a slight glare on the road, and your visibility isn't all that great. When a New Jersey police officer pulls you over and says that your tires were veering...
Field sobriety test results: often your word against an officer’s
If a New Jersey police officer thinks you are operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol, you may have your work cut out for you to avoid conviction if he or she places you under arrest and prosecutors file formal charges against you. Remember that even...
DUI suspicion: Not your average traffic stop
New Jersey is considered by many to be a prime location for vacationing and everyday living. In addition to beautiful shorelines, there are many other feature attractions that can keep you busy and provide entertainment in your free time. You may already have a few...
Could a fear of germs cause a false positive in a breath test?
In a time when antibiotic-resistant infections and diseases seem to be rampant, New Jersey residents who work in professions that require contact with numerous unknown individuals every day could develop a healthy fear of germs. In order to limit potential exposure to...
A strong defense for underage DUI charges
Consumption of alcohol by a person under the age of 21 is always illegal. If an individual under the age of 21 faces charges of underage drinking and driving, the repercussions can be quite serious. If charged with underage DUI in New Jersey or New York, it is...
Lawsuit calls 20,000 New Jersey DWIs into question
Breathalyzers are devices that are designed to take a breath sample from a driver and determine if the driver had consumed any alcohol. The device then takes this information and provides a blood-alcohol content percentage (BAC). Any BAC over 0.08 is over the legal...
New Jersey woman facing charges for driving under the influence
When a car accident takes place, authorities may investigate whether alcohol was a potential factor. If it is believed that an individual was driving under the influence, that person could face serious charges and be taken into custody. A similar situation recently...
New Jersey woman accused of drunk driving
After being stopped by police, a New Jersey woman may be looking into her criminal defense options. It was recently reported that the 26-year-old woman was driving a vehicle north when she failed to stop at a red light. The action was allegedly witnessed by a...
Woman facing DUI charges after alleged accident in New Jersey
Understanding how to handle criminal charges can be difficult for individuals who may not have much legal knowledge. Luckily, there is assistance available to interested parties who wish to learn more about their options and what choices may best suit their cases....
New Jersey woman facing drunk driving charges after traffic stop
When an individual has criminal charges filed against him or her, that person may wish to take time to evaluate the situation and determine what steps may be best to take. In some cases, an individual who has been charged with drunk driving may not be certain how the...
Man facing DWI charges in New Jersey after crash
If a driver is suspected of drunk driving, it is likely that individual will face criminal charges. DWI charges can have various affects on a person's situation if he or she is convicted, and many individuals will likely want to defend against such allegations....
New Jersey man faces DUI charges after reported crash
The circumstances under which an individual is facing allegations of criminal actions can play a considerable role in what types of charges may be sought by authorities. If a driver is suspected of driving under the influence, that individual could face DUI charges....
Death by auto, DUI charges leveled against New Jersey man
When a person is suspected of driving under the influence, there are certain standards that may need to be met before a person could be charged. For instance, states have certain blood-alcohol levels that are considered legal limits, and if a driver is over that...
DWI charges leveled against man in elf costume in New Jersey
There are certain situations that some individuals may find themselves in that they could never have predicted. Some of those instances may include facing charges for alleged drunk driving. No matter how an individual ended up in such a situation, he or she will...