In New Jersey, most drivers have to abide by a legal limit of 0.08%. When a police officer gives the driver a breath test, their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) should be below this level. If it’s not, they can be arrested and the court can presume that they were...
Your first time riding a motorcycle, you likely feel very nervous and exposed. You are very conscious of how close you are to other traffic and how serious an accident would be. As you gain more experience, though, you may start to feel comfortable. Your skills will...
How far can law enforcement officers follow a person whom they suspect of driving while under the influence? Can they follow them to their home and into their garage? A New Jersey woman argued that when Sussex County police did that to her back in 2019, they violated...
Unfortunately, too many drivers don’t slow down or get into another lane when they see or hear an emergency vehicle approaching or see them stopped on or near the road. They may be going too fast to avoid a stranded driver and those helping them on the side of the...
If you’ve been accused of assault in New Jersey, you must understand exactly what that means in the eyes of the law. Many people are surprised by some of the elements of assault, which don’t necessarily line up with what they assumed. For instance, it is assault when...
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can happen in falls, car accidents and all manner of other accidents – but the damage that’s done isn’t just physical. TBIs can permanently affect the personal relationships between the victim and their loved ones – which can even end...
Like many other states, New Jersey has changed marijuana laws in recent years. Marijuana can now be sold legally for adult recreational use. It is no longer illegal simply to possess or use this drug within the state. That said, people will sometimes assume this means...
Drug possession is a criminal offense that can lead to significant penalties, depending on the substance a person is charged with possessing. This charge is typically associated with a smaller quantity of drugs than would be possessed by someone who is looking to sell...
A rural road often feels safer. It’s probably not very complex, so it’s easy to navigate. With fewer buildings in the way, these roads tend to be wide open and straight. They have good sight lines, and they don’t feel dangerous. On the other hand, city streets often...
Imagine that an emergency situation comes up and you break the law in some way while responding to it. You may feel that your actions are completely justified. But you could still face arrest. For example, perhaps you are trying to rush an injured friend to the...
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