Month: August 2021

There are many different types of vehicles on roads in New Jersey every day. There are people driving their personal vehicles to go to work, to go shopping, to see friends and family and for many other reasons. There are also people who drive for work. People drive delivery trucks, semi-trucks, ridesharing vehicles, taxi cabs and for other types of jobs as well. As a result, there are many vehicles on the roads every day. With there being so many vehicles on the roads each day, it is important that the drivers drive carefully and obey the traffic laws. When people do not do this, they can cause motor vehicle accidents. There are many reasons these accidents occur, but some causes are more common than others. Common causes Some of the most common causes for accidents are: Distracted driving – this includes using people’s phones, eating, grooming and other activities that take people’s eyes off of the road. Drunk/drugged driving. Speeding – this includes driving too fast for certain weather conditions like rain or snow. Aggressive driving – this can include driving much faster than the speed limit, changing lanes too close to other drivers, tailgating, running red lights, cutting […]

Parents of teenagers in New Jersey know that their children do not always make the best decisions. In fact, it may seem that their children are constantly testing their boundaries and doing things they shouldn’t. Although most bad decisions don’t land a teenager in jail, driving after drinking alcohol can have major consequences. What qualifies are underage DWI in New Jersey? Anyone, regardless of age, can be convicted of a standard DWI in New Jersey if their blood alcohol content (BAC) is .08 or above. However, any driver who is under the age of 21 can face underage DWI charges for driving with a BAC of .01 to .08. Penalties for underage DWI An under 21 DWI has the following penalties: Community service: The offender will need to complete up to 30 days of community service. License suspension: The court will suspend the offender’s license for up to 90 days. If the teen has a probationary license, they will need to complete a 4 hour training course as well and cannot receive their license for a year. Subsequent DWIs can result in further license suspension or even revocation. Treatment: All underage offenders will be required to take an Intoxicated Driver […]

Few things spark more fear in a motorist than seeing the flashing lights of a police cruiser in the rearview mirror, even if you haven’t been drinking, let alone if you’ve had one or two drinks. The best defense against DWI is not to drink and drive. However, the level of charges and a defense strategy often depends upon your actions immediately after being stopped. Five things to remember during a traffic stop A first-offense DWI in New Jersey can result in hundreds of dollars in fines and fees, up to 30 days in jail, and other potentially devastating personal and financial consequences. If you are stopped, it’s essential to take these steps: Pull off to the side of the road as quickly and safely as possible, turn off the ignition and put your hands on the wheel as the officer approaches. Be polite to the officer as arguing or being confrontational can result in additional charges. Comply with the officer’s commands, but never answer any questions, such as where you’ve been, who was there or if you’ve been drinking. Remember, even if you’ve had only one drink, being honest with the officer isn’t a good idea as they likely […]