Medical Marijuana Patient Acquitted of Drunk Driving Charges
A drunk driving offense can include more than just alcohol. Almost any controlled substance or drug that impairs your thinking can lead to a drunk driving charge. New Jersey law, like other states, specifically sets a “legal limit” for blood alcohol content (BAC). However, this same law does not specify an amount for other substances. […]
Arguing a “Mistake of Law” In a New Jersey Drunk Driving Appeal
Just because you are charged with drunk driving, it does not mean that you should automatically be convicted on the charges. New Jersey law allows individuals many opportunities to legally defend themselves and get acquitted on the charges when appropriate. Two defenses experienced NJ DWI attorneys can use in defending drunk driving charges are “mistake […]
What “Probable Cause” and “Reasonable Suspicion” Means For Your DWI Case
The United States Constitution protects us from certain police conduct. For example, before you can be legally pulled over on the suspicion of drunk driving, the police officer must have what is called a reasonable suspicion that you were operating your vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. In order for you to be arrested, […]
Effective Strategies For Fighting a Drunk Driving Charge In New Jersey
Drinking is a major part of the American culture. We drink at nightclubs, bars, and social gatherings. While most of us do not get behind the wheel after drinking, some do. In fact, some people even admit to driving after consuming alcoholic beverages. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1.5 percent […]
Common Mistakes New Jersey Drivers Make When Arrested for Drunk Driving
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2010 over 1.4 million motorists were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or narcotics. Motorists in New Jersey, whether residents or from out of state, are no exception to such drunk driving arrest statistics. When arrested, drivers make mistakes that can lead to […]
How to Avoid A New Jersey DWI Conviction
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that every day, almost 30 people in the United States die in car accidents involving alcohol-impaired drivers. In other words, there is one alcohol-related car accident death every 51 minutes. Additionally, the annual cost of such accidents soars at an alarming $59 billion. In 2013, 10,076 […]
How To Appeal a New Jersey Drunk Driving Conviction
In 2011, over 1.2 million drivers were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation. If you have been arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) in New Jersey, you need to take many things into consideration. A DWI conviction is a serious traffic violation that can result in […]
Important Tips After Getting a DWI After and Car Accident
Everybody likes to have a good time. For some of us, a “good time” consists of enjoying a few alcoholic drinks with our friends. When you have had too much of a good time by consuming too many alcoholic beverages and decide to drive home anyway, you risk negative consequences that may impact all aspects […]
Common Reasons Leading to Suspension of Driving Privileges in New Jersey
Getting a drivers license is one of the most important days in our lives. Most of us remember the day we first got our license. This is the rite of passage most of us look forward to from the day we understood what a car was. So, if your driver’s license gets suspended, it can […]