DUI / DWI LAW
Description
The DUI / DWI Laws in New Jersey are among the strictest in the nation. If convicted of DUI / DWI charges,
you could face license suspension, substantial fines, points on your license, insurance company surcharges,
and, possibly, jail time.
Our DUI/DWI lawyers work hard to fight for your driving privileges.
Attorneys
Paralegal
Why Choose Us?
Helmer, Paul, Conley & Kasselman, P.A. defends thousands of people charged with DUI / DWI.
Five former assistant county prosecutors (one of whom is a retired police officer) with over a hundred
years of criminal litigation experience create a formidable team unmatched in New Jersey. We know the
loopholes and intricacies of the system, taking every advantage for
our clients to get the best possible outcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
(Click on question to view answer.)
- 1. I was pulled over by the police on
suspicion of DUI / DWI. Do I have to submit to a breathalyzer?
In New Jersey all motorists, residents or non-residents, must consent to a breathalyzer test
when driving on public roads. Failure to take a breathalyzer is an offense in itself carrying the same,
if not more severe, penalties as a DUI / DWI.
- 2. What happens if I get caught driving with a suspended
license for having a DUI /DWI?
There is a huge fine, license suspension up to 2 additional years, and mandatory jail time.
- 3. Do I need a lawyer for my DUI/ DWI if I am guilty?
ABSOLUTELY. An attorney can argue for the minimum penalties, dismiss other offenses and minimize
the likelihood of a DUI / DWI-related civil lawsuit.
- 4. What is the legal limit of intoxication in NJ?
A blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 is the threshold for driving while intoxicated in New Jersey,
along with a majority of other states. However, in New Jersey a person can be convicted solely
on the failure of physical tests, regardless of the alcohol reading.
- 5. I am not from NJ and do not have a NJ license.
Why should I care about having a DUI /DWI conviction?
New Jersey is a state that reports through the interstate compact system. Therefore a conviction
in New Jersey can lead to penalties in the state where you are licensed. It is important to get
the best outcome possible in New Jersey
so there are no or little consequences in your home state.
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