At Agre & St. John, we believe that a strong attorney-client relationship begins with transparency and communication. We begin every case by making sure you understand your case fully. Below are some common questions clients ask us. While the answers may vary based on your case specifics, the basics are below. For personalized council, call us at 856-454-8674.
New Jersey DUI FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About DUI/DWI Charges in New Jersey
If you are visibly intoxicated or unsafe to drive, the police can arrest you for a DWI regardless of if you are above the .08% legal limit.
Breath tests are not the silver bullet evidence people often believe them to be. Inadequate training, improper maintenance, calibration errors and other mistakes are very common and can invalidate the breath test results.
A first DUI or DWI conviction has several consequences, including expensive fines, jail time, substance abuse counseling, license suspension and alcohol abuse education classes at the Intoxicated Driver Resource Center (IDRC).
If you have repeat DWI charges, the consequences become dramatically more serious and can include lengthy jail sentences and thousands of dollars in fines in addition to license revocation.
Yes. You absolutely should hire an experienced criminal defense attorney to represent you and fight for your rights. You can reach our office online to talk about your options.
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"Excellent advice and direction. Knowledgeable of all options. Prepares you for every step of your case, even when you aren't aware. If you find them, stop looking and just call Chris or Bob. Their bios speak for themselves. They are so friendly and care about you and your case!!"
"Robert Agre told me what to expect each step of my case. He earned my trust with his knowledge of criminal law, ability to explain the process, and open communication. I was most impressed by his quick response time to my many questions throughout the process. I am grateful that I found him and appreciate everything he did for me. "
"Mr. St. John has not only proficiently and tenaciously defended me each time it was necessary, he has gone above and beyond. With Mr. St. John, I never felt as though I was a number, a file, or merely a client. His professionalism, reputation, and rapport in the field are apparent without the need for words. I have and will continue to trust him without hesitation, despite the underlying fear brought about by criminal charges. Chris, THANK YOU for the compassion and kindness you possess, which parallel the dedication you have to individuals such as myself."
"Excellent advice and direction. Knowledgeable of all options. Prepares you for every step of your case, even when you aren't aware. If you find them, stop looking and just call Chris or Bob. Their bios speak for themselves. They are so friendly and care about you and your case!!"
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