“Driving is a privilege, not a right.” If you are convicted of a moving violation, the State of New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission will penalize you by adding points to your driving record. You will only get points on your record for moving violations – points are not assessed for parking and other violations. The… Read More
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NJ DWI ‘Step-Down’ Provision May be Used More Than Once
The New Jersey Supreme Court has ruled that defendants convicted of multiple DWIs may use the “step-down” provision more than once in order to reduce a prison term. However, the step-down provision is only permissible if 10 years have passed since the previous DWI conviction. What is the ‘Step-Down’ Provision (N.J.S.A. 39:4-50(a)(3))? The “step-down” provision… Read More
NJ Personal Injury: Uber Drivers May Have to Carry More Insurance
Uber drivers and drivers of other similar cab companies like Lift may soon be required to carry more insurance in New Jersey. Currently, these drivers do not have to carry a policy that covers the typical $1.5 million in liabilities that is required of other commercial drivers. Many Uber drivers are currently only insured to… Read More
NJ Criminal Defense: New Bill Could Change Spousal Privilege
Communication between spouses may not be used as evidence in court during criminal investigation. Spousal privilege is an important right that protects people’s marriages from being exposed in court. However, the New Jersey Assembly passed a new bill on Dec. 15 that would allow for an exception to spousal privilege if the other chamber of… Read More
Were You Read Your Miranda Rights in NJ?
Arrested? Were You Read Your Rights? Many who have faced arrest often argue that they were not “read their rights” when they were in custody. These “rights” are called Miranda Rights. At the time you are placed under arrest, the officer must read you your Miranda rights, or right to remain silent, before questioning you…. Read More
Avoid a NJ DWI By Drinking Responsibly
How to Avoid a DWI in New Jersey In 2012, about one third of all traffic-related deaths were caused by drunk driving in the United States. The total number of alcohol-related driving deaths was 10,322, which amounts to almost 30 people every day, or one death every 51 minutes. However, there is good news. In… Read More
