The holidays are here and you’re excited to take a break from school, hang with your hometown friends and celebrate good cheer. With holiday parties scheduled every weekend; liquor is everywhere … and it can be tempting. From reunions to family get-togethers, parties can lead to underage drinking in New Jersey while alcohol is plentiful… Read More
Posts Tagged With: New Jersey DWI
Thanksgiving Day Safety in the House and On The Road – Don’t Get a DWI Charge in NJ
Let’s face it, the reality of Thanksgiving (the holiday that marks the start of the “holiday season”) may not always live up to the hype. In the real world, deep-fryers set fires in homes and our juicy roasted turkeys come out of the oven burnt, travel plans get delayed, auto accidents happen, and festive drivers… Read More
What are the Requirements of the Ignition Interlock Device in NJ?
Although DWI convictions are not classified as criminal offenses in New Jersey, the State imposes harsh penalties on anyone caught driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The current law requires offenders with a BAC higher of 0.15% or higher to have an ignition interlock device installed in their car. It is also possible,… Read More
What is a Military DWI?
As a member of the armed forces, if you are arrested for drunk driving on or off a military base, you may be charged with a military DWI. Although DWI cases are normally handled by the municipal courts, a military DWI may fall under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Military, depending on where the offense… Read More
How An Out of State NJ DWI Affects You at Home
With its abundance of tourist attractions and close proximity to New York City and Philadelphia, the highways of New Jersey receive a considerable amount of traffic from out of state drivers. If you are a non-resident driver who has been caught driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you will be charged with an… Read More
The Cost of a DWI in NJ
New Jersey has a zero tolerance policy towards drunk driving or driving while under the influence of drugs, imposing harsh penalties on those who are convicted of a DWI in NJ. These penalties include loss of your driving privileges for at least 3 months, mandatory participation in an IDRC (Intoxicated Driver Resource Center), various fines… Read More
