Police officers who pull someone over for the suspicion of drunk driving have to try to determine what’s going on with the driver. There are many things, including intoxication and medical conditions, that can lead to a person exhibiting signs of impairment. One of...
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What are the penalties for a first DWI in New Jersey?
Thousands of people get arrested for major traffic violations every year, and driving while intoxicated (DWI) is arguably one of the most serious driving offenses possible. In New Jersey, drivers will face misdemeanor charges and sometimes even felony charges if they...
Technologies that can help to prevent drunk driving
The deadly combination of drinking and driving is tragically ironic by giving the intoxicated an excess of confidence in their ability to drive while their senses and abilities are impaired. Misplaced confidence and a lack of control have devastated many American...
Can you refuse to take a breathalyzer test in New Jersey?
You may be tempted to avoid taking a Breathalyzer test, especially when driving under the influence. Some people may think it is well within their rights not to give self-incriminating evidence, but in the state of New Jersey, the law says otherwise. Your refusal to...
How long will a New Jersey DUI/DWI affect your driver’s license?
If a Jersey police officer pulls you over and suspects that you have had too much to drink, you could wind up arrested. Driving under the influence (DUI/DWI) charges can mean spending time in jail, paying big fines and also probation. A DUI/DWI isn't just a crime. It...
What should you know about field sobriety tests?
An officer may use a number of tools to help detect whether or not someone is under the influence. The first thing you are likely to go through is a field sobriety test. In particular, you will probably face a standardized version. But what are these tests? What...
Factors that influence blood alcohol level
Most people understand that getting behind the wheel after drinking is not a good idea and that once the blood alcohol content reaches a certain point, a driver can face arrest for driving under the influence. However, fewer individuals understand how many drinks it...
How does coffee affect intoxication?
If you are like most people, you probably have heard the idea that if you drink caffeine on top of alcohol it can sober you up quickly. According to Healthline, you should not mix caffeine and alcohol. Caffeine is a stimulant, whereas alcohol is a depressant. Before...
Is an ignition interlock device mandatory after a New Jersey DWI?
If you receive a conviction for driving while intoxicated in New Jersey, you face a number of penalties, one of which may be license revocation. However, authorities recognize that the loss of driving privileges has the potential to cause extreme hardship. So,...
Staying out of trouble after your DUI
Getting a DUI in New Jersey can cause inconvenience when you lose your driving privileges. Even if this is your first offense, you will at least lose your license long enough to have an ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle. While you may feel tempted...