Are you facing charges for driving while intoxicated (DWI) in New Jersey? A DWI is considered a serious traffic offense in New Jersey, and the charges have severe penalties and consequences. If you or a loved one is facing DUI charges, you should immediately consult with a New Jersey criminal attorney at Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group PC.
This experienced and well-resourced legal team has the expertise and resources to protect your legal rights. While the most common DWI charge is for drunk driving, you may also face charges for driving under the influence of habit-producing drugs, such as hallucinogens and narcotics.
The only difference is that there is no minimum level of drugs that you must have in your system to be considered “under the influence.” In other words, any amount that impairs your ability to drive is enough for you to be arrested for a DWI.
Standardized Field Sobriety Test
They understand how the State will use evidence against you and will recognize any errors in the police’s procedure from your arrest and field sobriety test. The DUI attorneys at Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group PC have studied both the law and the science behind DUI cases. Our attorneys are experienced in analyzing DUI cases and thoroughly examining every detail to ensure your rights are fully protected.
Case Study
DWI Dismissal Of BAC
The DWI attorneys at Aiello, Harris, Abate, Law Group PC recently appeared in Chatham Township Municipal Court. The defendant was charged with DWI (drunk driving) in violation of N.J.S.A. 39:4-50, reckless driving in violation of N.J.S.A. 39:4-96, failure to maintain lane in violation of N.J.S.A. 39:4-88a, possession of an open alcohol container in violation of N.J.S.A. 39:4-51B, and maintenance of lamps in violation of N.J.S.A. 39:3-66.
In New Jersey, Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is against the law. If you are stopped while operating a motor vehicle on suspicion of drunk driving, the officer will request a breath test and should inform you of your rights. Additionally, you will be asked to participate in a field sobriety test and take a breathalyzer test.
You will lose your license for two years and have to pay a fine of $500 to $1,000 if this is your second refusal.
For your third refusal, the suspension lasts for ten years, and a fine of $1,000 is imposed.
Additionally, the penalties are doubled if you refuse to take a chemical test after being arrested for a DWI while driving on school grounds, through a school crossing, or within 1,000 feet of a school.
Better still, refusing a chemical test does not guarantee that you won’t be convicted – you could be found guilty of a DWI even if your refusal means that the state does not have proof that your BAC was over 0.08%, the legal limit for those over 21.
In fact, the prosecution can use your refusal against you by arguing that you refused the test because you knew that you were intoxicated and guilty of DWI. New Jersey’s DUI laws cover more than just alcohol. They also include laws making a DUI drug charge possible.
Penalties and Fines of a DWI in New Jersey
Penalties for a DWI under New Jersey law vary depending on how high your blood alcohol content (BAC) was at the time of your arrest and whether you have any prior history of drunken driving charges.
The following is a list of the different DUI charges depending on your blood alcohol content (BAC):
When BAC level is greater than 0.08 percent, and less than 0.10 percent:
Just because you were arrested for a DWI, it does not mean that you will automatically face these serious penalties and consequences. To protect your legal rights, you must contact Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group PC, a New Jersey DUI lawyer, immediately.
DWI Charges Will Impact Your Auto Insurance
A conviction for a DWI may also impact your automobile insurance premiums. A conviction or a guilty plea for drunk driving will result in 9 insurance points on your driving record. Insurance companies use these points, which differ from the Motor Vehicle Commission points for most driving offenses, to determine eligibility and the rate of your insurance premiums.
Our New Jersey Drunk Driving Attorneys Help You Avoid Points
Receiving too many points on your record may result in the cancellation of your policy, which could prevent you from obtaining new coverage or lead to a significant increase in your current policy premium. If you cannot obtain insurance coverage through a conventional company, you will be required to purchase insurance through the more expensive New Jersey Personal Automobile Insurance Plan (NJPAIP).
DUI Charges in New Jersey
NJ DUI laws are serious, the penalties are extreme, and the impact a conviction has on your life is significant; therefore, it is important to have personal, professional, aggressive, experienced, and savvy criminal defense legal representation that can help you assess the facts and analyze the evidence of your case. If the incident involved injury to people or property, or if it’s your second or subsequent DWI in New Jersey, please contact Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group PC today. We will be more than happy to answer your questions and address your concerns around New Jersey DUI charges.
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Call us today at (908) 561-5577 or contact us. Your initial consultation will take place over the phone, and you can schedule an appointment at one of our office locations across New Jersey.
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