New Jersey takes driving under the influence very seriously. What a lot of people aren’t aware of is that in New Jersey, individuals who choose to drive under the influence of drugs can face penalties that are similar to driving under the influence of alcohol. The consequences of these crimes are very serious and should […]
Read MoreDUI Checkpoints for Superbowl Sunday New Jersey police departments along with the Division of Highway Traffic Safety are working together this Superbowl Sunday to stop drunk drivers that may be on the road. In fact, the Division of Highway Traffic Safety is even paying for several police departments to fund overtime hours for officers. Not […]
Read MoreNew Jersey, unlike our neighboring states and a great majority of the other states within the union, does not allow for a restricted license. Sometimes this is referred to as a hardship license. Typically, hardship licenses exist to allow individuals who have been convicted of driving while intoxicated to still drive to work or school […]
Read MoreWhat are the penalties of a High BAC charge In New Jersey, individuals over 21 years of age are permitted to drive with up to 0.07 percent alcohol in their bloodstream. However, once that percentage reaches 0.08 or higher, they can be charged with driving under the influence of alcohol because they have surpassed the […]
Read MoreIn New Jersey, when you are convicted of driving under the influence, the penalty varies whether it’s your first offense, second offense, third, or more. However, if your last offense was more than 10 years ago, it will not be counted against you in sentencing. For example, if this is your second DUI but your […]
Read MoreWhen an officer pulls someone over and suspects that they are driving under the influence, there are a number of roadside or field sobriety tests that they will give that person. One of them is called the walk and turn test where you’re asked to walk heel to toe for a certain amount of steps, […]
Read MoreIn New Jersey, there are certain blood alcohol content levels that determine, if you’re convicted or plead guilty, what the severity of the sentence you will receive will be. The minimum blood alcohol content you need to meet in order to be convicted is .08 percent. If you are convicted of having a blood alcohol […]
Read MoreIf you are convicted or plead guilty to a first offense DUI in New Jersey, you’re facing fines and other court costs holding approximately $700-$800. New Jersey will surcharge you what’s called a DUI surcharge, which is $1000 a year for 3 years. If you fail to pay the DUI surcharge fees, you will face […]
Read MoreI believe it’s in your interest to take a breathalyzer test. While in certain circumstances taking the test will give the police the evidence they need in order to convict you. If you do not submit to the breath test which is required by the law, you may automatically be facing certain penalties including fines, […]
Read MoreIf you are convicted or plead guilty to a first offense DUI in New Jersey, you’re facing fines and other court costs holding approximately $700-$800. New Jersey will surcharge you what’s called a DUI surcharge, which is $1000 a year for 3 years. If you fail to pay the DUI surcharge fees, you will face […]
Read MoreSelf-driving cars are no longer just a futuristic concept—they’re on the roads today, changing the way we think about transportation. But what happens if you’re hit by one? Unlike traditional car accidents where a human driver is clearly at fault, self-driving car accidents can be legally complex. Determining responsibility involves…
Read MoreSt. Patrick's Day is one of the most celebrated holidays in the United States, filled with parades, parties, and, for many, alcohol. While the festivities can be fun and lively, they also pose a significant risk—especially when it comes to drinking and driving. Law enforcement agencies know this all too…
Read MoreWhen you’re injured in an accident, filing a personal injury claim can feel like a lifeline. However, navigating the process can quickly become frustrating when insurance companies, entities designed to protect and compensate you, seem more focused on reducing or denying your claim. While insurers have a legal obligation to…
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