Police officers in New Jersey are entrusted with enforcing the law and maintaining public safety, but that authority is not unlimited. When law enforcement officers abuse their power or use force that goes beyond what is reasonable, their conduct may qualify as police brutality. These cases are serious because they involve violations of constitutional rights […]
When police officers suspect people of drunk driving, they are often rather aggressive in their enforcement efforts. They ask people leading questions to get them to implicate themselves. They try to gather evidence as quickly as possible to justify charges of impaired driving. Obviously, chemical breath tests can provide strong evidence for the state to […]
People accused of drunk driving may feel truly confused after failing a chemical breath test. Sometimes, individuals who have only had one or two drinks end up facing accusations of drunk driving after an unexpected traffic stop. Many motorists plead guilty because they assume they cannot fight impaired driving charges. After all, people tend to […]
Most people have a hard time determining when they have had too much to drink. People often underestimate their level of impairment and could end up arrested for a driving under the influence (DUI) offense when they thought they could drive legally. Sometimes, drivers readily acknowledge that they should not drive given their current situation. […]
Criminal charges related to drug possession are some of the most common crimes prosecuted in New Jersey. People can end up accused of violating the law for their conduct with prescription medication or their possession of prohibited substances. Such violations can lead to penalties ranging from probation and fines to incarceration. Anyone who gets convicted […]
The question of whether people can successfully fool a breathalyzer test is a common one. After all, it can be surprisingly easy to feel “fine” even if one’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is too high to drive safely. As such, people may wonder if they can keep a trick or two in their pocket in case […]
Being pulled over by police officers can invoke fear in any driver. One of the most important things to remember is that you should remain calm during the traffic stop. It’s possible that anxiety or agitation will be misinterpreted. You should also be respectful and polite when you’re interacting with the officer. Avoiding any confrontational behavior […]
Facing a second DUI offense in New Jersey can be a daunting experience, and understanding the potential consequences is important. The penalties for these crimes can be severe, and understanding the legal landscape is necessary. There are ways to reduce charges as well as strategies for fighting them. License suspension For a second DUI in New […]
Those who are arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) charges in New Jersey often have no intention of breaking the law. Although there are some people who consistently drive after drinking, many others get in trouble after a single mistake. People are notoriously very bad at evaluating themselves for signs of chemical impairment. Additionally, […]
