It is a confusing situation. You are in a crash or a traffic stop, police suspect driving while intoxicated, and the breath test comes back 0.00. Yet you still leave with a DWI ticket. Many people assume that reading should end the case on the spot. In New Jersey, it does not necessarily do that, and knowing why can help…

A DWI conviction in New Jersey brings penalties that go well beyond fines and license consequences. Most people convicted of DWI — first-time and repeat offenders alike — must also complete a program at an Intoxicated Driver Resource Center (IDRC). Here is what that program involves and why it matters. What the IDRC is IDRCs are county-run centers overseen by…

NJ DUI for School Teacher Lawyer Any DWI conviction will carry penalties and consequences such possible jail time, driver’s license suspension, fines and fees, and ignition interlock requirements. If you are employed in a school in New Jersey or are applying for employment at a school and you have been convicted of DWI, you may be wondering what effect your…

If you face a driving under the influence (DUI) charge in New Jersey, you may be concerned about how the arrest will impact your ability to earn a living. For instance, how will you get to work if you lost your driver’s license or if your vehicle was impounded or badly damaged in a crash? Additionally, you may wonder: Should I…

Probably no other area of the law has as many myths and misconceptions surrounding it than DUI law. If you face a DUI charge in New Jersey, no doubt you have received plenty of “advice” from friends and family. Maybe you have heard rumors about how a DUI is worse than a DWI, or someone has told you that you…