Fatigue is a silent killer. It has detrimental effects on our physical and mental health. As much as we want to prevent it, life hands us many stressful and exhausting challenges that we must overcome regardless of our body’s limitations. While, historically, driving...
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Do you lose your CDL if you get a DWI in your private car?
As a commercial driver, you have more to lose than the average person if you get an unjust DWI conviction. A criminal record is something everyone wants to avoid, but, as a transport worker, a DWI conviction in New Jersey could threaten your livelihood. With a DWI, it...
What are long-term repercussions of a DUI conviction?
When facing a DUI conviction, it is easy to focus only on the most immediate repercussions such as potential time in jail. While this is a major issue in and of itself, it is not the only hurdle a person will face. Not by a long shot. What are some of the longer-term...
What should you avoid during a DUI arrest?
A DUI conviction can lead to many penalties that could affect your employment, reputation, personal life and finances. For example, if you get arrested for DUI for the first time, you could face up to 30 days imprisonment, a fine of up to $500 and elevated insurance...
Underage drunk driving charges in New Jersey
Drunk driving charges have serious consequences, and if you are under 21 it is crucial to familiarize yourself with the laws in this state. In New Jersey, the legal limit for drivers who have not reached the legal drinking age is much lower in comparison to drivers 21...
Do you know what implied consent means?
A DUI traffic stop in New Jersey involves several moving parts. From the time the police officer pulls you over, everything you say and every action you take may become evidence in a case against you. When the officer asks you to give a breath sample, you may hear the...
3 drugs other than alcohol that can impair driving
If you take drugs other than alcohol, can you face charges of DUI or DWI? Possibly. Drugs and medications can have effects on the mind and body that you cannot always predict. It is not always easy to determine whether you have taken enough of a substance to...
How can a head injury make you seem drunk?
You should not have to suffer the consequences of a DWI conviction if you do not have a high blood alcohol level at the time police pull you over. The problem for some drivers is that they experience symptoms that mimic the effects of drunkenness. This could happen if...
The legality of sobriety checkpoints
There was a time when drunk driving was considered a minor infraction where a suspect would be allowed to “sleep it off” in a jail cell, or the officer would follow them home to ensure their safe arrival. With growing awareness of the damage done by all forms of...
Misconceptions surrounding New Jersey DUI stats
Back in 2020, while a pandemic was spreading worldwide, workers in the United States were accustomed to commuting to their respective places of employment. New Jersey was no exception, keeping their cars at home and avoiding co-workers and other “gatherings” that...