Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense in New Jersey with potentially severe consequences. However, before an arrest can be made, the police must establish probable cause. In this article, we will explore the key factors that law enforcement officers must establish to have probable cause for a…
Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense that can have significant consequences on your driving privileges. If you have been arrested for a DUI in New Jersey, it is crucial to understand the potential implications and the role a DUI attorney can play in protecting your driving privileges….
Evidence Prosecutors Use In NJ DUI Cases
In DUI (Driving Under the Influence) cases, prosecutors in New Jersey utilize a wide range of evidence to build a strong case against the accused. Understanding the types of evidence used by prosecutors can help defendants better comprehend the legal landscape and prepare effective defense strategies. Below, The Law Offices…
Are you aware of the potential consequences of a DUI conviction in New Jersey? Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is a serious offense that can have far-reaching effects on various aspects of your life, including your employment opportunities. Employers often conduct background checks, and a DUI conviction can significantly impact…
Ignition Interlock Devices In New Jersey
Driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious, yet commonplace offense. To combat this issue, various measures have been implemented, including the use of ignition interlock devices for those who are convicted of DUI. Below, the DUI lawyers at The Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall will explore the…
The Use of Expert Witnesses in NJ DWI Cases
Across the nation, criminal defense lawyers advertise that they represent defendants in traffic court as well as in criminal defense cases. In fact, traffic violations and driving while intoxicated (DWI) are among the most common types of inquiries that criminal defense lawyers get. Criminal defense attorneys in New Jersey probably…
Can You Get a DWI/DUI Riding a Bicycle in New Jersey?
For so many reasons, bicycling is a worthy activity. It is an excellent form of cardiovascular exercise, helping people of all ages stay healthy. Since bicycles do not require gasoline, you are doing other people’s health a favor when you ride a bike, too, since you are not contributing to…
Five Ways a DWI Arrest Affects Your Life
In New Jersey, you can be convicted of driving while intoxicated (DWI) if, at the time of a traffic stop, your blood alcohol content (BAC) exceeds 0.08. A DWI arrest is far from the worst-case scenario that can happen at a traffic stop; things can be much worse if you…
Defending a Second Offense DWI or DUI in New Jersey
The New Jersey legislature has taken significant measures to stop people convicted of DUI offenses from becoming repeat offenders. Specifically, it enacted legislation that imposes significantly greater penalties on second-time offenders than on those imposed on people convicted of first-time offenses, despite the fact that the elements of each offense…
New Jersey Court Discusses Grounds for Allowing a DWI Defendant to Withdraw a Guilty Plea
People charged with DWI offenses typically maintain their innocence. In some instances, though, there are benefits to entering a guilty plea, such as a reduced sentence. People who choose to plead guilty must be fully apprised of the consequences of their decision and enter into the plea willingly; however, otherwise,…