Dan Matrafajlo

02
AUG
2021
traffic ticket attorney

What Is Considered “Careless Driving” Under New Jersey Law?

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Careless driving is one of the most common traffic violations handled in New Jersey municipal court. This type of traffic ticket is commonly issued to a driver who is deemed to have caused a motor vehicle collision. Under N.J.S.A. 39:4-97 an individual is guilty of careless...
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02
JUL
2021
Marijuana Drug Charge

How to Put Together a Strong New Jersey Drug Charge Defense

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If you are facing a drug crime charge, it is imperative that you immediately hire an experienced New Jersey drug offense attorney. A lawyer can protect your rights, challenge the prosecution’s evidence and, ultimately, seek the best possible outcome for you. New Jersey Drug...
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21
JUN
2021
DWI in New Jersey

Changes to New Jersey DWI Law Effective Late 2019

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New Jersey law prohibits driving while intoxicated (DWI) and deems it an offense that can result in driver’s license suspension, a fine, and a jail sentence. If convicted of a DWI, the court can also order you to have an ignition interlock device (IID) installed in your motor...
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28
APR
2021
traffic ticket

Got Traffic Ticket? Get Help Now!

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No one plans to get a traffic ticket, but it is inevitable that you will be cited with a traffic violation at some point in your driving career. When you do, it is imperative that you take all steps necessary to fight the New Jersey traffic citation in order to avoid the negative...
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09
APR
2021
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

What Is a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)?

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You need a driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle. However, driver’s licenses are not one size fits all. Operating certain types of vehicles requires you to have a special license. If you plan to operate large, heavy, or placarded hazardous material vehicles in the United...
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24
NOV
2020
car accident attorney

Leaving the Scene of an Accident: Know the Consequences

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In the State of New Jersey leaving the scene of an accident may result in the loss of your driving privileges from 6 months to 1 year, 8 insurance points, imprisonment, and substantial fines. If you are involved in an accident, NJ law requires that you stop at or near the scene...
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28
APR
2020
traffic ticket

Given Covid-19 Epidemic, Do You Need to Physically Appear at a NJ Municipal Court?

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If you have been issued a traffic violation in the State of New Jersey that requires a court appearance, do you physically need to appear on the ticket considering the implications of the Covid pandemic? The answer is “NO” if you follow the below instructions. The New Jersey...
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31
DEC
2019
Criminal Court

Theft by Unlawful Taking: What the Charges Mean

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Theft by unlawful taking represents just one type of theft in New Jersey. With that, the statute actually breaks down into two parts. If you face charges under N.J.S.A. 2C:20-3(a), you are accused of unlawfully taking or exercising control of moveable property that belongs to...
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13
DEC
2019
Plain Smell

What in the World is the “Plain Smell” Doctrine?

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When it comes to any aspect of New Jersey law, there are all types of doctrines. More than likely, you’ve heard something about the “plain view” doctrine. That said, what in the world is the “plain smell” doctrine? And, how does it apply to DUI/DWI cases? The answer might appear...
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28
NOV
2019
Traffic Points

Just How Many Traffic Points is Too Many?

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  All things considered, it’s neither a rhetorical nor trick question. When it comes to how many traffic points is too many, the answer starts with one. In the meantime, traffic violations start at two point tickets. That said, there’s something else that warrants...
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