Sharing the road with someone driving under the influence of alcohol endangers you. They can easily make a mistake that causes an accident, injuring you. That's why knowing the telltale signs of drunk driving is essential. Here are four signs that can help you...
Most people who face DUI charges in New Jersey have been drinking alcohol. This is one of the more common crimes that people commit on America’s roadways, and it often leads to arrests and traffic accidents. But it is important to remember that it is not just alcohol...
Often, we are out having a few drinks with our friends and don’t feel any kind of buzz. That is until we step outside into the fresh air and realize that we probably shouldn’t be driving. Therefore, we get into our car, lean the seat back and decide to take a brief...
Many people accused of drunk driving choose to plead guilty immediately. They assume that they have very little chance of successfully defending themselves. After all, chemical test results often seem like very compelling, authoritative evidence. Some drivers even...
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...
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...
Each year, many otherwise law-abiding citizens find themselves charged with driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol. If they plead guilty or are convicted, that one slip-up will result in serious consequences for them, including a criminal record. If the police...
If the police have reasonable suspicion of drunk driving, they may have grounds to stop you and perform alcohol testing. If your blood alcohol concentration is 0.08% or more, you may be charged with drunk driving. If this happens and you have a minor, a passenger...
Certain types of law enforcement encounters are not voluntary. Someone who sees the flashing lights of a police cruiser behind them in traffic generally needs to pull over for a traffic stop. However, other enforcement actions give drivers an opportunity to make a...
Prosecutors in New Jersey generally need strong evidence to develop a criminal case. Even seemingly straightforward infractions, like driving under the influence (DUI) charges, can occur because of a misunderstanding. Therefore, the state needs evidence that proves...
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