Being pulled over and arrested for a DUI can be demoralizing. Having a DUI charge on your record can lead to countless consequences that can leave a lasting impact. Fortunately, there are many legal defenses available that may help you avoid any long-term penalties and possibly lead to the dismissal of your case. Three legal… Read More
Posts Categorized In: Drunk Driving
FAQs about ignition interlock devices
The consumption of alcohol can often lead to poor choices. One of the first mistakes people who have been drinking make is deciding to drive while they’re intoxicated. In a sober state, everyone knows that drunk driving is hazardous. However, once they’ve had a few drinks, their judgment becomes clouded, and it doesn’t seem like… Read More
What qualifies as reasonable suspicion for a traffic stop?
Driving under the influence (DUI) arrests are not uncommon. In the year 2016, law enforcement agencies around New Jersey arrested an average of 64 people on suspicion of DUI every single day, according to state figures. In total, more than 23,500 motorists found themselves in custody and accused of DUI that year. Was every single… Read More
Facing Police Interrogation
What usually happens when a suspect is confronted by police? Or when the police ask the suspect to “come down to the station”? What I usually see in my practice is that in spite of the “Miranda” warnings we all hear about on TV, suspects don’t listen to those warnings and they talk, and by… Read More
Are New Jersey police using the breathalyzer test properly?
While breathalyzer tests are common practice throughout New Jersey, these tests also must be used properly in order to be effective. Police must be trained in how to administer and interpret the tests correctly, in order to protect the driver’s rights. A recent New Jersey Supreme Court ruling has found that one officer in particular… Read More
The cost of a New Jersey DUI
It’s amazing how quickly an evening of cocktails can go from fun to nerve-racking. Seeing red and blue lights in the rearview mirror is not the way anyone wants to end an evening out. Facing DUI charges in New Jersey can be a frightening experience. You may have had a friend or coworker who has… Read More
What to do if you are pulled over on suspicion of DUI
Seeing blue and red lights flashing in the rearview mirror is enough to make anyone nervous. It can be particularly upsetting when you have had something to drink. In New Jersey, a police officer must have probable cause to pull you over. You could have a taillight out, you could have swerved or you may… Read More