Authorities recently arrested a man for what may be classified as the “dumbest DWI” in Pennsylvania state history. Not only did authorities catch a man after he stole a car and drank some hand sanitizer, but he was already an inmate when it happened. This case was so bizarre that the Sheriff actually called this… 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
Lawsuit Against DWI in New Jersey Dismissed by Court
The Draeger Alcotest is used in New Jersey to measure levels of alcohol in drivers. A blood alcohol concentration percentage above 0.08 percent will result in a DWI charge in New Jersey. Two New Jersey men who were convicted of DWIs sued Draeger Safety Diagnostics, Inc. based on the reliability of the equipment used to… Read More
NJ DUI Prevention Program: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
The DUI prevention campaign Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over was launched in 1999 as a national campaign, and it has been running in all 50 states ever since. The campaign is back in New Jersey this winter as a way of preventing drunk driving deaths during the holiday season. This most recent campaign states… Read More
Holiday Parties and Underage Drinking in New Jersey
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
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
