Category: DUI / Drunk Driving

Will I Go To Jail for My First DUI in New Jersey?

TL:DR Most first-time DUI offenders in New Jersey avoid jail time if their BAC is below 0.10% and no accident or injuries occurred, but jail is still a possibility. A first DUI conviction can result in fines, license suspension, insurance surcharges, alcohol education classes, and ignition interlock requirements. Higher BAC…

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Is a DUI a Criminal Offense?

A DUI arrest in New Jersey creates immediate uncertainty about the legal consequences you face and whether you’ll end up with a criminal record that affects your future. Unlike most states that prosecute drunk driving as a criminal offense, New Jersey takes a different approach that confuses many people arrested…

Colin Bonus | | DUI / Drunk Driving

How to Get a DUI Dismissed in New Jersey

Driving under the influence (DUI) carries serious legal consequences that can impact your license, your finances, and your future opportunities for years to come. New Jersey prosecutes impaired driving aggressively, but arrests don’t always lead to convictions when skilled attorneys identify flaws in the state’s case or violations of your…

Can You Be Convicted of DUI Without a Breathalyzer in New Jersey?

Can you be convicted of DUI without a breathalyzer in New Jersey? The short answer is yes. Breathalyzer results are a common type of evidence in driving under the influence (DUI) cases. But they’re not the only way prosecutors can prove that a driver was impaired. After all, breathalyzer tests…

What Are The Long-term Consequences of A DUI Conviction in NJ?

It’s a mistake to think you can handle being convicted of DUI in New Jersey. If your record is clean, you probably won’t go to jail just for drinking and driving. But there’s more to it. A DUI conviction can have years of negative impact on your life. Some people…