Blog: Drunk Driving
- Drunk driving with a minor in the car
Apr 14, 2024
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 under 17, in the car, your case may be more complicated because, besides facing a drunk driving charge, you may be charged with a disorderly persons offense Here is...Read More - Can someone intentionally avoid a New Jersey DUI checkpoint?
Jan 2, 2024
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 choice. Consider DUI checkpoints. New Jersey police departments can potentially conduct driving under the influence (DUI) checkpoints to screen drivers for signs of intoxication. DUI checkpoints can result in dozens of arrests...Read More - 3 types of evidence commonly used in New Jersey DUI cases
Oct 27, 2023
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 beyond a reasonable doubt that someone broke the law. Meeting that standard during a trial can be quite challenging, and police officers interacting with someone on the side of the road will often go to great lengths to...Read More - 4 kinds of field sobriety tests you should know
May 23, 2023
The police have many tools they can use to determine if a driver is drunk. One of the first things the police may do is ask a driver to do a field sobriety test. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has sanctioned three field sobriety tests. But, there are four total tests you should be aware of. Here’s what you should know: 1. Horizontal gaze nystagmus test The first test you should know is...Read More - Are you looking at jail time for a third DUI in New Jersey?
Feb 11, 2023
It’s a stressful place to be when you’re facing the possibility of a third conviction for DUI. You know that the possible penalties are going to be more serious than you’ve dealt with before and the impact is going to be far-reaching. Your career, driving license, relationships and even your liberty are all on the line. If you’ve found yourself in this position and are worried about what’s coming next, the best thing you can...Read More - Exercise your rights at traffic stops
Nov 1, 2022
We’ve all been there. You’re driving down the road, minding your own business, when a police car pulls up behind you out of nowhere with its lights flashing. You suddenly have the urge to explain yourself and proclaim your innocence. However, trying to talk your way out of a ticket may not be the best approach, especially if the police suspect you of driving under the influence. In that situation, it is probably best if...Read More - Can you lose your license if you don’t take a Breathalyzer?
Oct 19, 2022
Suppose a police officer pulls you over and suspects you’re under the influence of a substance. In that case, they may ask you to take a Breathalyzer. The results of a Breathalyzer indicate how much alcohol is in your blood, which tells the office if you’re over the legal limit. You might fear that a driving under the influence (DUI) ticket will result in losing your driver’s license. You might be surprised to learn that...Read More - Addiction can increase DUI risks
Sep 19, 2022
The vast majority of people in the United States have consumed alcohol. In 2019, the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) reported that more than 85% of individuals who were legal adults had consumed alcohol at some point. In the last year, 69.5% of people had consumed alcohol. Most people do not entirely abstain and will have a drink from time to time. But occasional drinking is much different than consistent use or...Read More - Understanding New Jersey’s “open container” law
Jul 7, 2022
When New Jersey residents head out to the beach, for an outdoor concert or a picnic over the summer, it’s common to bring along some beer, wine or other alcohol. However, it’s important to keep it outside the reach of anyone in the vehicle and sealed. It can be too tempting if you’re stuck in traffic or even if you get thirsty during your trip to break open a bottle or can and start imbibing...Read More - 3 financial consequences of a New Jersey drunk driving offense
Jun 23, 2022
Many people facing drunk driving charges in New Jersey feel embarrassed and want to minimize the exposure they have for the charges against them. Driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges could hurt their careers and their social lives. Staying out of court is often a top priority, especially for professionals who worry about their reputations. People think that if they try to fight their charges, their story will be more likely to make the news and...Read More