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, like many states in the country, is continuing to fight against illegal drug use. One area that the state is focusing on is the use of heroin and prescription drugs like opioids. Why heroin and prescription drugs are often lumped together? There is a...
Drivers increasingly believe that they can multitask while behind the wheel. From using a navigation system to eating to making a phone call, individuals constantly allow themselves to be distracted by tasks that pull their attention away from the road. The most...
For many people, summer months mean vacation. Whether you are driving hundreds of miles to your destination or are simply commuting to a waterpark the next town over, the possibility of getting pulled over for speeding is very real. And, while you subconsciously...
Recent reports stated that two individuals were taken into custody after being suspected of setting brush fires in New Jersey. The individuals are facing charges for juvenile crimes as they were both reported as being 13 years old. There had apparently been multiple...
The consequences that could potentially come from being convicted of criminal charges depend on what types of allegations the accused individual is facing. There may be varying degrees to the charges, and the circumstances under which the charges came about could also...
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...
When facing serious charges, individuals may wish to become as informed as possible about the possible legal proceedings they may face. Two men in New Jersey may wish to take such action after recently being charged with multiple allegations, including murder. The...
This month brought good news to people who have been patiently waiting to clear their criminal records. For everyone who made a mistake or a bad choice and wants to move forward, the time may be now.Major changes in New Jersey's expungement laws will shorten the...
When individuals who are considered minors are accused of criminal activity, their cases may be handled differently than if adults were involved. Juvenile crimes could potentially be complicated for the individuals who have had charges filed against them, and as a...