Getting arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) can be frustrating, scary and confusing especially if you are a first-time offender. The steps you take following a DWI arrest and charge can have serious implications on your case. If you make certain mistakes,...
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What is an ignition interlock device?
An ignition interlock device (IID) is a device installed in your vehicle to perform a breathalyzer test each time you wish to start the car. The device measures your blood alcohol content (BAC) when you breathe into the tube. If it exceeds 0.05%, then the car cannot...
Can I still challenge a DWI if I had too much to drink?
You have a responsibility to be fit to drive before taking the wheel. If you then get a DWI because you were not fit to drive due to consuming too much alcohol, a court is unlikely to have much sympathy. While they understand that people make mistakes and think they...
What Is Considered Reasonable Suspicion for a DUI Stop?
Driving while impaired is a disorderly persons offense that is punishable by a fine and jail time. More extreme cases and repeat offenses could lead to a more severe conviction. Many people enjoy drinking in social settings and do so responsibly, but it is very easy to overdo it and drive with a blood alcohol content (BAC) level that exceeds…
How Can I Avoid a DUI Charge on St. Patrick’s Day?
Millions of people each year in the United States celebrate Irish heritage on St. Patrick’s Day. In fact, according to WalletHub, 57 percent of adults in the United States plan to celebrate the holiday. Pub crawls and other alcohol-related events are very popular on St. Patrick’s Day. The combination of an unofficial national drinking holiday and the near-arrival of spring…
What Are the Penalties for a First DUI Charge in New Jersey?
What Are the Penalties for a First DUI Charge in New Jersey? Being charged with driving under the influence (DUI) can be a harrowing experience, but you may have legal options. With an experienced lawyer on your side, they can help you fight to get the best possible outcome. For a first conviction of impaired driving, the penalties can vary…
What Is the Open Container Law in New Jersey?
A New Jersey driver cannot possess an open or unsealed alcoholic beverage while in a vehicle. The law applies to both drivers and passengers. There are some exceptions regarding buses, taxis, mobile homes, house trailers, and similar transportation. However, for the everyday drivers of cars, trucks, and commercial transportation, no alcohol is allowed in the vehicle. Possession does not mean…
What Is the Intoxicated Driving Program?
The New Jersey Intoxicated Driving Program (IDP) includes education, screening, treatment referral, and treatment services for persons convicted of alcohol or drug driving or boating offenses. If you have plead guilty or have been convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) in New Jersey, then you have to engage in and complete this program. This program also applies to people…
What Happens if I Miss My DUI Arraignment in New Jersey?
A driving under the influence (DUI) charge is serious and can be life changing for the accused, particularly if they are convicted. Missteps in the process can create even more problems for them as well, as New Jersey has strict rules, so knowing what is expected of you is critical. In New Jersey, the person charged with a DUI has…
What Is a Commercial DUI?
When a person with a commercial driver’s license (CDL) is arrested for driving under the influence (DUI), they can get a commercial DUI charge. The commercial driver faces the penalty of having their CDL suspended if they are convicted. It is important to note that what is considered drunk driving for a commercial driver is considerably stricter compared to other…