A breathalyzer test that a driver has allegedly failed can do significant damage to that driver’s life. A failed breathalyzer test can result in DUI charges and potentially in jail time, fines, the loss of a driver’s license and the loss of personal and professional...
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How do implied consent laws affect a DUI charge?
Drunk driving in New Jersey is a serious offense that can lead to severe penalties on conviction. Many people think that they can keep an arresting officer from gathering the evidence necessary to make the charges stick, but these actions can actually create more...
Will I lose my CDL if I get a DUI in New Jersey?
Today’s economy is dependent more than ever on long-haul truckers and others who hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL). While long hours on the road and away from family can be difficult, many truckers would agree that they like their job and, more importantly,...
Field sobriety tests can be unreliable indicators of intoxication
A traffic stop for suspected drunk driving can be intimidating and overwhelming for a New Jersey resident. When a driver is asked to step out of their vehicle and perform physical assessments of their coordination and balance, they may feel their nerves working...
The “legal limit” and DWI charges
Under New Jersey law, a person will be found guilty of driving while intoxicated (DWI) if they drive a motor vehicle while they have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher. This figure, 0.08%, is commonly called "the legal limit," but that name can be...
How to fight drunk driving charges
Drunk driving charges can lead to far-ranging negative consequences for accused drivers including the loss of their license and jail time. For that reason, accused drivers should know how they can challenge drunk driving charges when needed. There are several primary...
Can a BAC below the legal limit lead to a DUI?
Many people already know that if you have a blood-alcohol concentration of 0.08%, you could be arrested for drunk driving. However, in New Jersey, you could even be arrested for DUI if your BAC is below the legal limit if the police determine through observation and...
New Jersey drunk driver hits utility pole, causes blackout
Last week, residents of Toms River, New Jersey were first-hand witnesses to the destructive potential of a single drunk driver. Wilfredo Flores was driving under the influence when he received a phone call at around 8 pm. Unfortunately, when he answered the phone, he...
Man faces multiple drunk driving charges after rear-end crash
When there is an auto accident with injuries in New Jersey, law enforcement will investigate to determine if alcohol or drugs were involved. This is especially true in a rear-end collision. While it is important to that drivers understand the need to drive sober –...
DUI defense can begin with breathalyzer test results
When you face a DUI charge it can be hard to accept the penalties that come along with it — including fines, jail time and license suspension. But finding an appropriate defense can help lessen the harsh reality of a criminal conviction. Many DUI offenders choose to...