Lawyers, Answer Questions  & Get Points Log In
New Jersey DUI / DWI Questions & Answers
1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, DUI / DWI and Identity Theft for New Jersey on
Q: Someone used my name and identity during a police call and arrest for CDS and DWI. What type of lawyer should I seek?

Criminal Identity Theft

Defamation

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Dec 15, 2022

To fight the DWI you will need a DWI lawyer. When you find out who used your name you will need a civil litigation lawyer to sue that person. Most of us DWI lawyers offer a free in office consultation during normal business hours.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Jersey on
Q: Repost w/add’l info: Could a DUI which has been dismissed by the prosecutor be re-charged?

.

Michael A. Smolensky
Michael A. Smolensky
answered on Aug 4, 2022

Attorney General Guidelines for Municipal Prosecutors limit their discretion in plea negotiations on DWI charges. It is unlikely that the Municipal Prosecutor dismissed all charges but the reckless driving without very good reason.

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI and Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: Can I file a lawsuit against the State of NJ and the office involved if my cost convition appeal was approved?

My 3rd DWI had been overturned on a post convition appeal due to the Cassidy v. NJ case. I served 180 days in jail because of the charge. I got charged in 2015 went right to jail and released in 2016. The case was just overturned and I please down to careless driving. Can I have a lawsuit because... Read more »

Zev Goldstein
Zev Goldstein
answered on Oct 23, 2022

You posted this question to the NY attorney's forum. Try posting it again in NJ. Good luck!

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Jersey on
Q: Can a DUI that’s been dismissed in NJ be refiled?

.

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Aug 4, 2022

Maybe we would need to know much more information such as did a trial start for the case etc. When were the offenses etc, etc.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Jersey on
Q: Interlock device removal after 90 days, interlock says there is running violation , no BAC offence ,

There is no Alcohol violation, and the car was under maintenance which interlock was notified. Interlock has very clearly stated that during the maintenance date running violation is not taken in account , Interlock has sent non-compliance report to MVC

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on May 1, 2022

Sounds like your going to have to go to court on this one. Your original lawyer may be the cheapest route on this one as he already knows your case, but you can always hire a new one.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and DUI / DWI for New Jersey on
Q: Do the police have to bring an intoxicated, clearly injured, person to the hospital following a car accident?

My friend got into a bad car accident while intoxicated. She had a burned, bloody face and expressed her arm was in pain (hospital confirmed it was broken the following day). Upon arrival the police asked if she wanted to go to the ER, but due to being drunk and in shock she declined. They... Read more »

James A. Abate
James A. Abate
answered on Apr 13, 2022

Due to injuries her field tests may have been compromised. She denied injuries and opportunity to go to hospital. So SFST argument is hard to hold against cops since they did not know. However with a medical expert the accident can be a factor for concussion mobility and other reasons. In many... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Jersey on
Q: Please See below

On Feb. 2021 I was arrested by Evesham Police at approximately 3AM & charged with DWI, I was subjected to a field sobriety test. I explained to the arresting officer that because of severe trauma in my left leg I could not perform the necessary tests.

I was administered a BAC test …... Read more »

James A. Abate
James A. Abate
answered on Apr 4, 2022

As part of the plea you acknowledged probable cause for the stop and arrest. I do not believe it is worth the $20,000 plus fee that would be required for a case like this. In light of the plea, it would be extremely difficult to bring a civil rights case.

3 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI and Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: If I were to get into an accident, god forbid, would the parent of my tutoree be able to sue me?

Hi. I am tutoring a 16 year old. His mother asked if I drop him home from the library. Can she sue me for life if I get into an accident, how can I avoid this situation? I'm worried. Can I have her sign a contract or is verbal/text consent okay? I am a 20+ adult.

James A. Abate
James A. Abate
answered on Feb 27, 2022

As a driver you are responsible of any injuries which result from your negligence. That includes passengers, other people be they drivers, passengers in other vehicles or pedestrians/ property. Anyone can sue you and possibly also look to your employer if it can be argued that operation of the... Read more »

View More Answers

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Jersey on
Q: Hello wondering in relation to Johns Law , How long are the Police allowed to keep someone in Custody refuses breath

This person does not own the vehicle and it is impounded and does not have a ride from the Pct . The person also failed the Field Sobriety test and does show signs of intoxication

James A. Abate
James A. Abate
answered on Dec 1, 2021

Police will keep a person in custody until someone comes to get them or they are sober.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI, Gov & Administrative Law and Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: I got dwi in nj on nj license. I have 3 prior in GA on GA license 14 years ago. Because of DLC, do the old ones count?
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Sep 26, 2021

Yes they could count, you would need to pay a NJ lawyer to review the statute to see how similar the statutes are to get the answer you need.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Jersey on
Q: If a breathalyzer gets result is 0.0% is the violation still prosecutable?

my son (20 years of age) was arrested for a DUI in Howell Township, NJ based on the visual and physical exams at roadside. He admitted to the officer that he had consumed alcohol several hours earlier in the day but was currently sober. He was cooperative, and was arrested, taken to the police... Read more »

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Sep 18, 2021

Yes it is prosecutable because he may have not been under the influence of alcohol, but instead under one or more types of drugs which made him unable to perform the sobriety tests. Note that although alcohol is legal and marijuana is legal it is not legal to drive with them in your system. Also... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI, Traffic Tickets and Gov & Administrative Law for New Jersey on
Q: best way to get the lowest amount of fines for multiple drunk driving fines?

39: 4-50,4-97,4-97.2,4-96,4-56,4-67,4-130,4-129A,3-74,3-33

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Jun 26, 2021

In all honesty you should not be concerned about the fines but a few of these violations have a mandatory loss of license and even the possibility of jail time. That's what you need to hire a lawyer for, to try to reduce or eliminate these penalties. Money you can always make more, and you... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Jersey on
Q: if you have DWI in NJ & PA at the same time should you have a lawyer in each state or one for both

included with DWI in NJ in July 2021there was also pos of a controlled substance and 3 other charges. The other DUI was in April 2021.

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on May 10, 2021

That's up to you as long as your lawyer is licensed in both states you can have one lawyer as lawyers are licensed by state. The problem is you want the best lawyer for each case and that may not be a lawyer that is licensed in both states as your lawyer may have a high success rate in PA and... Read more »

2 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI and Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: I need a pro bono later I live in north Brunswick nj traffic atop DWI and careless driving court date may 5,2021

No

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on May 2, 2021

A pro bono lawyer is given by the court and he is called the public defender. You need to request one on your court date and if you qualify one will be appointed for you.

View More Answers

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Jersey on
Q: Would this offense be on my permanent record even though I was the passenger?

I received a ticket for consumption of open alcohol as a passenger and I spoke with the officer and he said that no points would be added to my license nor would it go on my record. The only thing I would need to do is pay the fine relating to the offense. This is my first offense and I’ve... Read more »

James A. Abate
James A. Abate
answered on Apr 12, 2021

That is a motor vehicle violation so it would got on your motor vehicle abstract.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Jersey on
Q: In New Jersey has the court made a final decision that DRE evidence is admissible in DUI cases?

Can DRE testimony be used in a municipal or state court cases in the state of NJ?

James A. Abate
James A. Abate
answered on Apr 2, 2021

The special master decided that a Frye hearing is required to determine if DRE evidence is generally accepted. The Supreme Court approved of this, but did not issue a stay on DRE cases. Each municipal court is free to do what they please.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Jersey on
Q: Has the superior court decided on on the admissibility of DRE evidence yet?

My case is solely based on DRE observations - no urine taken - no blood taken and a 0.00 blown in breathalyzer. Is the DRE observation enough to convict me with just observing me by DRE officer?

James A. Abate
James A. Abate
answered on Mar 20, 2021

The Supreme Court has denied a stay for these issues. So you should be demanding an immediate trial. Since the Frye Hearing is ongoing the DRE would be inadmissible and you should win.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Jersey on
Q: If you have a dwi and 2 years later are charged with a refusal to submit are the penalties enhanced as a second DWI or

remain the same as a first time refusal?

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Nov 18, 2020

More information is needed to properly answer your question, so I suggest consulting with a lawyer to get the correct answer for your situation, but In general they are different offenses so the answer would be no, but generally if you have a refusal you get a DWI also so that would be your second... Read more »

2 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Jersey on
Q: I got my 1st DWI 1991- 2nd DWI 1996 - 3rd DWI - 2016, convicted 2018. The judge gave me a step down .

How does NJ DMV Consider my offense’s 2 or 3?

Does the state of New Jersey consider me a 2nd time offender or a 3rd time offender? As far as how many DWI’S I have had in a lifetime. What should be showing on my Drivers Abstract a 2nd DWI or 3rd DWI??

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Oct 19, 2020

Best to ask your lawyer who handled the case but generally a step down only relates to the sentence and not to the number of DWI s you had so probably it's your third but check with your lawyer.

View More Answers

3 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Jersey on
Q: What would be the best option in this situation

16 years ago and underage I was involved in a dui in montage New Jersey I am now 34 years old and I have outstanding warrants in New Jersey due to having to move out of state to help my mother take care of my handicap brother and she has since passed 3 years ago I am now a grown woman who has... Read more »

James A. Abate
James A. Abate
answered on Oct 17, 2020

You should retain an an attorney to have the warrant lifted and resolve the case.

View More Answers

Justia Ask a Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask a Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.

The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and Justia, or between you and any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask a Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.

Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.