State v. Konecny (2022): NJ Supreme Court Clarifies Laurick Relief and DUI Predicate Convictions Case: State v. Konecny, 250 N.J. 321 (2022)Court: Supreme Court of New JerseyTopic: DUI predicates, Laurick relief, driving while suspended (DWS), right to counsel Key Holding In State v. Konecny, the New Jersey Supreme Court clarified when prior DWI or refusal convictions may — and may…

State v. Coviello (2023): NJ Supreme Court Clarifies Ignition Interlock Authority in DUI Cases Case: State v. Coviello, 252 N.J. 539 (2023)Court: Supreme Court of New JerseyTopic: DUI sentencing, ignition interlock devices (IID), court vs. MVC authority Key Holding In State v. Coviello, the New Jersey Supreme Court held that the sentencing court—not the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC)—has jurisdiction over…

State v. Williams: Suspended-Owner Plate Stops—and When Police Must Let You Go If you’ve ever been pulled over and wondered, “Why are they stopping me—I didn’t do anything?” the answer is often a quick computer check of your license plate. In State v. Williams, 254 N.J. 8 (2023), the New Jersey Supreme Court addressed a common scenario: an officer runs…

State v. Olenowski and the Limits on DRE Evidence in New Jersey DUI Cases State v. Olenowski: What New Jersey Drivers Need to Know About DRE Testimony In State v. Olenowski, 259 N.J. 188 (2022), the New Jersey Supreme Court issued a landmark decision that significantly limits how prosecutors may use Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) testimony in DUI cases. This…

State v. Lord: When Police May (and May Not) Detain Drivers for Sobriety Tests in New Jersey New Jersey Court Clarifies Limits on DUI Detentions After Traffic Stops In State v. Lord, the New Jersey Appellate Division addressed a critical issue in DUI cases: when police are legally permitted to detain a driver to conduct field sobriety tests after a…

State v. Fenimore (2025): When Police Must Get a Warrant to Search a Vehicle in New Jersey Overview New Jersey search-and-seizure law is more protective than federal law, particularly when it comes to vehicle searches after a NJ DUI or DWI arrest. In State v. Fenimore, the New Jersey Supreme Court clarified an important limit on the automobile exception to…

State v. Chun and New Jersey DUI Breath Test Law 📚 Why NJ DUI Case Law Matters New Jersey DUI law is heavily driven by case law, not just statutes. Many of the most important DUI defenses — breath testing challenges, procedural violations, and constitutional issues — come directly from appellate and Supreme Court decisions. Understanding these cases is critical…

Plainfield DUI Lawyer If you’ve been arrested for DWI in Plainfield, NJ, you are facing serious consequences that can affect your driver’s license, career, and freedom. New Jersey’s drunk driving laws are among the strictest in the nation, and Union County prosecutors aggressively pursue these cases. That’s why you need an experienced Plainfield DWI lawyer who understands the local courts,…

Middlesex DUI Lawyer Arrested for DUI/DWI in Middlesex Borough, NJ? Even a first-time drunk driving conviction can bring license suspension, ignition interlock requirements, thousands in fines, and possible jail time. New Jersey’s DUI laws are tough, and the local courts take these cases seriously. You need an experienced Middlesex Borough DUI lawyer who knows the court system, understands DUI science,…

Monroe Twp DUI Lawyer Arrested for DUI/DWI in Monroe Township, NJ? You could be facing some of the strictest drunk driving penalties in the nation. Even a first offense can mean license suspension, ignition interlock installation, thousands in fines, and possible jail time. You need an experienced Monroe Township DUI lawyer who knows the local court system, understands DUI science,…