DWI/DUI Defense

Contrary to what some people believe, an open container charge and a DUI charge are not the same.   Law enforcement can charge you with an open container offense, even if you are not driving drunk. However, driving drunk with an open container can make penalties...

A breathalyzer test measures the amount of alcohol in the air you breathe out. It gives law enforcement an estimate of your blood alcohol content (BAC), which should be under 0.08% in New Jersey.  However, breathalyzers have a margin of error, which means they are not...

The temptation to "just drive a short distance" after having a few drinks can be strong. Still, the moment you approach your vehicle while intoxicated, you are already putting yourself at risk. Many people do not realize that simply being near their car while under...

Recreational cannabis has been legal in New Jersey has been legal for several years now, but lawmakers and law enforcement agencies are still adjusting to the change. One of the most difficult issues involves drugged driving. New Jersey prosecutes drugged driving more...

If you are behind the wheel and see the police in your rearview mirror, it is important to pull over promptly and responsibly. Granted, this can be a stressful experience—regardless of whether you have had a drink or two. But New Jersey has strict driving while...

If an officer catches you driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs in New Jersey, you could face a charge for driving while intoxicated (DWI). DWI is a criminal offense, and a conviction can lead to some severe penalties. But don’t think...

In New Jersey, if a court convicts you of driving while intoxicated (DWI), one of the penalties imposed on you is a suspension of your driver’s license. This suspension can last for between three months and one year, depending on several factors such as the level of...

It’s often said that the capability to drive a motor vehicle isn’t a privilege; it’s a right that has to be earned. Aspiring motorists must pass driving tests to get a license. The responsibilities don’t stop there; drivers must continue to obey traffic laws and drive...

If a driver is convicted of driving while intoxicated (DWI) in New Jersey, a court may order them to have an ignition interlock device (IID) installed on their vehicle as one of their penalties. IIDs work by locking a vehicle’s engine from starting until it can detect...

A conviction for driving while intoxicated (DWI) in New Jersey can lead to some severe penalties. Violators can expect at the very least jail time and hefty fines because DWI is a criminal offense. However, there’s more to a DWI than just imprisonment and fees. This...