Can I be convicted of a DWI and a refusal if there are no drugs or proof of alcohol?

November 16, 2017

Can I be convicted of a DWI if the judge watches or considers the police body camera?  Can I be convicted of a DWI and a refusal if there are no drugs or proof of alcohol? Submitted by New Jersey DWI Lawyer, Jeffrey Hark. In this case the defendant refused to blow on the alcotester once…

What to do if you have new criminal charges involving alcohol and a prior DWI history

October 23, 2017

Do you have a prior DWI. Have you been convicted of driving under the influence previously. Have you been involved in an accident involving injury or death to a person while you were under the influence of alcohol. These are very substantial questions concerning your prior history and any new criminal charges involving alcohol. Submitted…

Have you been charge with a DWI in New Jersey while being under the influence of only marijuana?

October 20, 2017

State v Santos Morales A-3283-16T1  Burlington County Have you been charge with a DWI while being under the influence of only marijuana? Have you been charged with any criminal offense involving being under the influence of marijuana? As New Jersey heads towards legalization of marijuana this issue is going to come up more often. What…

The Jersey Shore towns that have the highest rate of DWI arrests. A ranked list

August 2, 2017

Submitted by New Jersey DWI Lawyer, Jeffrey Hark By Bill Gallo | For NJ.com Spending a chunk of the summer at the Jersey Shore is something thousands look forward to each year, but it could mean more than just sun and fun. There could be trouble, though, if you are not responsible and drink too…

I was just convicted of DWI/DUI in New Jersey. Can I keep my license if I appeal the conviction.

March 11, 2017

State v. Scott Robertson Submitted by New Jersey DWI Lawyer, Jeffrey Hark. In this case the defendant was found guilty after a trial of DWI.  The defendant appealed the conviction and asked the municipal court judge to stay of his license suspension pending the appeal.  The municipal court granted the stay for 21 days until…

Long Hill woman charged with underage DUI in Warren

February 8, 2017

Submitted by New Jersey DUI Lawyer, Jeffrey Hark WARREN TWP. – A 19-year-old Long Hill resident was charged with underage driving under the influence and leaving the scene of an accident, among other charges, in the early morning hours of Saturday, Jan. 28. Warren Township Police said following a motor vehicle accident at about 3:29…

What if My Traffic Ticket has a Misprint?

January 17, 2017

Submitted by New Jersey DWI Lawyer, Jeffrey Hark A court can throw out a traffic ticket if it contains an error that “detract[s] from the intended purpose” of the offense or “prejudice[s] the rights of the defendant.”[1] A recent case was decided by New Jersey’s Appellate Division.  In that case, a driver lost control of…

New Jersey DWI Law; “Intent to move the vehicle” satisfies the statutory requirement of operation

December 18, 2016

State v. Wardenski   “Intent to move the vehicle” satisfies the statutory requirement of “operation.” Submitted by New Jersey DWI Lawyer, Jeffrey Hark. In this case the defendant’s vehicle was found running with the keys in the ignition and the defendant observed sitting in the driver’s seat. The car was parked one and a half to…

New Jersey DWI – Municipal Court Appeal

October 26, 2016

State v. Rogers October 25, 2016 Issues: What is the Law Division’s job when reviewing a municipal court trial court’s finding of guilt in a DWI case? Submitted by New Jersey DWI Lawyer, Jeffrey Hark. In this case, defendant appealed from the order of the law division “denying” his appeal of conviction in the municipal…

Is Not Using a Turn Signal When No Other Vehicles are Present Against the Law?

July 10, 2016

Submitted by New Jersey DWI Lawyer, Jeffrey Hark. If i do not use my turn signal late at night when no other vehicle is around, is that a traffic violation? What should i do if I get pulled over in the middle of the night and charged with DWI when I am not speeding I…