Blog: Drunk Driving
- Is it really against the law to refuse a breath test in New Jersey?
Jun 24, 2021
Knowing your rights is crucial during an encounter with law enforcement. Any police officer that you interact with while driving could issue a citation or even arrest you. If an officer thinks that you have recently consumed alcohol, they might try to question you after they stop your vehicle. Those questions could lead to a field sobriety test, and your performance on the test could eventually lead to the officer asking for a chemical breath...Read More - Don’t let your IID cause a distracted driving crash
Jun 20, 2021
New Jersey law requires that just about anyone convicted of DUI or DWI have an ignition interlock device (IID) installed in their vehicle to drive legally. How long it needs to remain installed will depend on the seriousness of the offense – namely the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level and whether the charge was a first-time offense. That can mean having an IID from a few months to as long as four years for a...Read More - What is implied consent in a DWI?
Apr 29, 2021
You may feel nervous or intimidated if the police stop you while driving. It can make it hard to think straight, and you could make costly errors. Understanding what to do and what not to do in the event of a police stop is essential. It prevents turning a minor problem into a major one. One area many people worsen their situation is failing to understand implied consent. If you get behind the wheel, the...Read More - BERGENFIELD, NJ DWI ATTORNEY
Feb 25, 2020
I represented a client charged with Driving While Intoxicated, Refusal to Submit Breath Samples, and other motor vehicle violations. After extensive discovery review, including expert review, I filed motions seeking to dismiss the Refusal charge. After numerous court appearances and negotiations with the State, the State conceded that it could not prove the charge of Refusal beyond a reasonable doubt. The Refusal charge was dismissed. If you have been charged with Driving While Intoxicated, Refusal...Read More - NORTH ARLINGTON, NJ DWI ATTORNEY
Feb 25, 2020
I represented a client charged with Driving While Intoxicated, Refusal to Give Breath Samples, and other motor vehicle charges resulting from a motor vehicle accident. The client was facing a significant term of incarceration due to prior history. I made numerous court appearances and filed motions challenging the State’s evidence. The case was set for trial with expert testimony. The DWI charge was ultimately dismissed, resulting in no jail time for my client. If you...Read More - Harrison DWI Attorney
Jul 26, 2019
I represented a client on charges of DWI, Refusal to Take a Breath Test, and other motor vehicle charges. During negotiations with the prosecutor, I pointed to deficiencies in the State’s case, which led to the dismissal of the DWI charge, as the State could not prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt...Read More - Teaneck DWI Attorney
Jul 24, 2019
I represented a client on a charge of Driving While Intoxicated with a motor vehicle accident involved. The client faced a 7 to 12-month suspension of his driver’s license. After conferencing the case extensively with the municipal prosecutor and the arresting officers, the DWI charge was dismissed and the client pleaded guilty to Reckless Driving, with no driver’s license suspension, and a small fine. The Court also sealed the record of the client’s guilty plea...Read More - Plainsboro DWI Attorney
Jul 24, 2019
I represented an out-of-state client on DWI, Refusal to Take a Breath Test, and other motor vehicle charges. The client did not take the Alcotest, and the field sobriety tests and other observations were inconclusive. After negotiations with the municipal prosecutor, the DWI charge was dismissed, as the prosecutor could not prove the DWI beyond a reasonable doubt. The client was convicted of only the Refusal, resulting in no suspension of his out-of-state license...Read More - Drunk driving could result in deportation
May 5, 2017
A drunk driving arrest can be incredibly stressful for anyone. Your driving privileges, reputation and potentially your employment are all on the line. For an undocumented immigrant, however, a DUI charge could also mean being deported – especially in light of the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigration issues. As at least one prominent case has illustrated, your entire life could be uprooted, even if you have a clean record and play a strong role in...Read More - What to do – and not to do – if you get pulled over
Apr 4, 2017
The majority of traffic stops start off as routine events. Sadly, they can become tragic in short order. Following several incidents where police officers killed motorists or vice versa, more legislators are working to train drivers how to respond to being pulled over. Here are some tips that might help you make it through a stop. Pull over as soon as you notice the police behind you Stopping promptly when you see the flashing lights...Read More