Breath tests are tools used to measure the amount of alcohol in a person's system. These tests estimate blood alcohol concentration by analyzing the breath. However, breath tests can sometimes give inaccurate readings, which could influence whether a person gets a DUI...
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These motorcycle-riding behaviors may lead to a DUI stop
When riding a motorcycle, as with operating any vehicle, safety should always come first. When riders engage in certain behaviors, police officers may suspect that drunk driving is at play and perform a DUI stop. Certain actions in particular can put the rider at risk...
When can drunk driving become a felony in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, a conviction for driving under the influence can escalate to a felony under certain circumstances. Felony DUIs carry more severe legal consequences. Most DUI offenses are misdemeanors. However, aggravating factors have the potential to elevate the...
Pre-existing medical conditions easy to confuse for DUI
Officers undergo training to recognize signs of impaired driving, commonly associated with alcohol or drug use. However, it is important to acknowledge that erratic driving is not always the result of intoxication. There are instances where pre-existing medical...
Steps to take if you get a DUI while on vacation in New Jersey
A vacation should be a time to relax and unwind, but sometimes, unforeseen circumstances can disrupt your plans. One such situation could be receiving a DUI while visiting New Jersey. This can be a daunting experience, especially when you are far from home and...
Are rideshare services reducing drunk driving?
Back when rideshare services first became popular, the biggest push for them was as a way to help reduce drunk driving. Impaired driving is a serious criminal matter that causes many deaths each year, so reducing the number of people behind the wheel who are under the...
What is blood alcohol content and why is it tested?
If a police officer suspects you of driving under the influence, they will most likely test your blood alcohol content. BAC testing determines how much alcohol a person has in their blood at a given time, which can indicate the level of inebriation. Additionally, a...
How much does insurance go up after a New Jersey DWI?
A conviction for driving while intoxicated in New Jersey leads to serious, potentially life-altering penalties. Even as a first-time DWI offender, you may have to spend time in jail, install an ignition interlock device on your vehicle and attend substance abuse...
What are the long-term effects of a DUI conviction?
Getting a DUI conviction is a scary prospect for anyone, whether it is a first-time offense or not. However, most people just consider the short-term impacts. Jail time and fines are difficult to deal with, but the long-term consequences of a DUI conviction are even...
What happens when you receive an out-of-state DUI in New Jersey?
New Jersey is a popular state among tourists looking to celebrate any season of the year. If you find yourself indulging in one too many drinks after a night out with friends or family, though, you might find yourself with a troublesome DUI charge while far away from...