When law enforcement officers suspect a driver of being under the influence, they may request a breath test. The goal is to measure the driver’s blood alcohol concentration level. However, some drivers in New Jersey refuse, as is their right. They may think refusal...
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Can you get a DUI in New Jersey with just one drink after work?
Many people enjoy going out for drinks after work to relax and unwind. However, in New Jersey, this seemingly harmless activity can lead to DUI charges. This can be the case even if you had just one drink. Effects of alcohol on driving abilities Even a single drink...
4 aspects when you face DUI/DWI for the first time in your 50s
Driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated charges can be a daunting experience at any age. However, some people in New Jersey find themselves facing such charges for the first time in their 50s. There are unique considerations that you must keep in...
Drunk driving could lead to child support obligations
Responsibility.org reported in 2019 that there were 129 fatalities in alcohol-related traffic accidents in New Jersey. Drinking and driving can lead to life-changing consequences. State law takes vehicular homicide related to drunk driving seriously. Among the many...
What happens when you refuse a breath test in New Jersey?
Getting pulled over on suspicion of driving while intoxicated can be a stressful experience. You may feel pressured by the police officer to consent to a breath test to measure your blood alcohol content. While you have a legal right to refuse the test, there can be...
What you should know about DWI per se
Few drivers realize that there are nuances to the DWI laws, including an avenue for charges even without obvious impairment. The concept of DWI per se is a lesser-known, but equally important, part of the law, and drivers should understand the facts. There are several...
How does a DWI affect employment opportunities in New Jersey?
Driving while intoxicated impairs cognitive and motor functions, increasing the risk of collisions. Intoxication from alcohol and drugs was a leading contributing factor in 210 fatal accidents that killed 228 people in 2021, according to the state of New Jersey. As a...
What should you do at a DUI checkpoint?
Setting up DUI checkpoints is a valid and productive method police officers use to promote road safety. While the use of DUI checkpoints may be somewhat controversial, with some drivers viewing it as a form of entrapment, the practice is entirely lawful in New Jersey....
4 ways procedural violations can help New Jersey DUI defendants
In New Jersey, facing a DUI charge is a serious matter. It carries potentially severe consequences. However, defendants should be aware that procedural violations during their arrest and subsequent legal proceedings can play an important role in building a strong...
How much does insurance rise after a New Jersey DWI/DUI?
Driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated in New Jersey can have severe consequences beyond legal penalties. An area that significantly feels the impact is auto insurance. Understanding how a DWI or DUI conviction influences auto insurance rates is...