Experienced DUI Lawyers In Mahwah New Jersey
Mahwah is consistently one of the highest ranking municipalities in Bergen County for DWI charges. Well over one-hundred N.J.S.A. 39:4-50 (“driving while intoxicated”) related offenses are filed in Mahwah Municipal Court every year. Our firm, The Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall is the largest DUI defense firm in the state and routinely defends individuals just like you who have been arrested for DWI in Mahwah. Whether you were stopped on Interstate 287, Route 17, Ramapo Valley Road or another road in the township, we have the tools you need. Our attorneys have some of the most thorough training you can find in the state with multiple members who are former prosecutors, Alcotest certified, and qualified as instructors in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. To speak to a member of our team or to schedule an appointment in our Mahway Office, call us at 973-267-9895.
DWI Charge in Mahwah NJ
Mahwah is the largest municipality in Bergen County, borders New York State, and is also the home to Ramapo College. These circumstances, as well as being the home to 25,890 residents and several major roadways, lead to an extremely busy municipal court in terms of DWI. If you were charged with driving under the influence in Mahwah, your case will be heard in the Mahwah Municipal Court located 45 Corporate Drive, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430. All appearances in DUI cases are mandatory so you will either need to appear or secure an adjournment from the Court Administrator, Lorraine Cuomo, to be subject to a warrant for failing to appear. The court, including Ms. Cuomo and her Deputy, Rachel Neiger, may be reached between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. at 201-529-2862. Judge Anthony Gianni presides over all trials and other hearings which occur every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. For more information regarding the court click here. You may also visit the Mahwah Municipal Court Facebook Page.
You will have to successfully contest your charge to avoid the mandatory penalties that apply under N.J.S.A. 39:4-50. The court has no ability to dismiss or downgrade a DWI or DUI Offense without a bona fide legal basis to do so. This is a fundamental reason why it is so pivotal that you hire a savvy defense attorney. Failure to present a legitimate issue that places a wrench in the prosecutor’s case will result in your having your license suspended for even a first offense, in addition, mandatory jail for a second offense (i.e. 2-90 days) and third offense (i.e. 180 days). Consequences as severe as this should be reason enough for you to retain the best lawyer you can find, not to mention the thousands of dollars in financial penalties you will be forced to absorb if you are found guilty.
Mahwah DUI Lawyer
New Jersey law does not distinguish between the term DWI and DUI. Both terms refer to an alleged violation of 39:4-50 whether the substance is alcohol or a drug like marijuana or opiate medication. Our team has experience in defending all varieties of this charge and can offer skilled representation that can help you avoid a conviction. To speak to a lawyer about your Mahway case, call our office anytime of day or night. The consultation is without obligation.
