If you have been charged with impaired driving in Freehold or Point Pleasant, New Jersey, you may be wondering whether there is a difference between a DUI and a DWI. Many states treat these as separate offenses, which can cause confusion for drivers trying to understand their charges. At Mallon & Tranger, we work with […]
The Holiday Season Brings Increased DUI Enforcement in New Jersey The holiday season is a time for celebration, family gatherings, and special events across New Jersey. Unfortunately, it is also a time when law enforcement agencies increase DUI and DWI enforcement efforts. Holiday weekends, New Year’s Eve, and seasonal checkpoints often lead to a higher […]
Understanding How DUI Charges Work in New Jersey Many people charged with driving under the influence are surprised to learn that New Jersey treats DUI offenses differently than most other states. One of the most common questions we hear at Mallon & Tranger is whether a DUI is considered a felony. The answer is not […]
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. […]
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 […]
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, […]
A general DUI traffic stop needs to begin with a valid reason to pull the car over. Examples may include evidence of intoxication, such as swerving all over the road, or an unrelated issue, like a broken taillight. No matter what, though, police can’t just randomly stop cars. They need to have a reason to […]
