Understanding how a breathalyzer works

New Jersey police, like police in all other states, use a device to determine the amount of alcohol in a driver’s blood stream – blood alcohol content or BAC – so that they know whether to arrest the driver for driving under the influence of alcohol. The device most...

Additional charges involved in DUI arrest

It is often the case that an arrest for drunk driving involves additional charges. This may include moving violations, charges involving an accident or offenses related to the driver’s disorderly behavior. Because alcohol can cause some people to act in ways they...

Many face multiple DUI charges in a weekend

Like many states, New Jersey’s penalties for drunk driving become more severe with subsequent convictions. A first offense may result in fines, license suspension and the potential for jail time, among other penalties. For repeat DUI offenses, a driver can expect...

DUI incident may include additional serious charges

Facing charges for drunk driving is serious enough without added factors. New Jersey is one of the strictest states in the nation when it comes to DUI laws, and a conviction can result in fines, jail and license suspension, even for a first offense. One man is facing...

New Jersey police department launches holiday DWI efforts

As you walk around Basking Ridge, the changing colors of the leaves are bright signs that the holiday season will soon be upon us. In fact, a police department just a few miles to our northeast has already begun the annual tradition of increasing drunk driving patrols...

Can breath test results be challenged?

The prospect of losing your driving privileges, facing jail time, paying fines or paying higher insurance premiums can be frightening for New Jersey drivers. Drunk driving or drugged driving charges can have devastating consequences for even a first offense. Law...