New Jersey DWI Defense Lawyers
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Being pulled over by a police officer and suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol can be one of the most stressful moments in anyone's life. Because the laws surrounding drinking and driving are incredibly complicated it is important for all law enforcement personnel to follow strict procedures in determining if a driver is under the influence. Anyone who has been pulled over for a DWI in New Jersey should read our website to learn about the state's unique laws and what you can do to protect your rights.
New Jersey, like most states, has a strict 0.08% blood alcohol level limit when driving. The state also has very stringent guidelines for repeat offenders, driving under the influence of drugs and underage drinkers. DWI convictions in New Jersey are either pursued by field sobriety test results and driving behavior or by actual blood test results which show a clear violation of the state's "per se" laws regarding blood alcohol limits.
In New Jersey, drivers who refuse to take a blood or breath test will also face further legal consequences in court. The refusals will become part of the entire case. Each DUI case will only be seen before a judge, rather than a jury. A refusal to take the test can also result in driver's license penalties and additional charges in a DWI case in New Jersey. If you have been convicted of a DWI it is always a good idea to get experienced assistance from a DWI lawyer.
The offices of Lependorf & Silverstein have handled cases for years from our Princeton, New Jersey office. Since we have particular experience in the state's DWI laws we can take cases from anywhere in New Jersey including Jersey City, Newark, Trenton, New Brunswick, Edison and Elizabeth. Our offices will give you a free consultation on your potential case and let you know what your rights are. Contact a New Jersey DUI lawyer at our firm immediately with any and all of your questions.
In New Jersey any person convicted of a DWI must appear before a judge in a trial. They are not allowed a jury trial. In addition to the trial, a new law known as John's Law went into effect last year that allowed for the car of a person convicted in a DWI to be taken from them. Because the DWI and its subsequent punishments can last a lifetime, it is important to the defendant to ensure that his or her rights are not violated in any way.
If there was any aspect of your case that can be legally challenged, then you have the right to avoid these severe punishments. The laws of New Jersey are set up in order to protect the rights of all people and to ensure that everyone is innocent until proven guilty. Drinking and driving is a very serious charge that must be fully proven against the defendant before any criminal actions are taken against them.
In order to ensure that you have the best defense possible, you should always contact an experienced New Jersey law firm. Lependorf and Silverstein are experienced in all of New Jersey's complicated DUI laws and look forward to serving you.
If you or a loved one has been accused or arrested for a DWI in New Jersey, contact Lependorf & Silverstein today for a free consultation.