New Jersey has a strict DUI law (Driving Under the Influence) where the legal limit for blood alcohol content (BAC) is typically 0.08%. This law applies not just to alcohol, but also to drugs (prescription or illegal) and any medication that could impair your driving judgment or reflexes. Driving under the influence is dangerous and …
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Read MoreDriving while intoxicated (DWI) convictions not only have legal implications but can also have significant consequences on immigration status. DWI offenses are considered serious offenses, with potential jail time, fines, and license suspension. For non-citizens, the consequences can be even more severe, with the risk of deportation and implications on card applications. It is crucial …
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Read MoreA DWI conviction can have serious repercussions on your eligibility for employment, financial loans, and even scholarships. If your previous career involved using a vehicle, you could even find yourself out of a job, and this is before taking into account the fines and penalties that could follow a conviction. This article answers a very …
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Read MoreThe state of New Jersey imposes several mandatory penalties for driving while intoxicated (DWI) and driving under the influence (DUI) offenders. The repercussions may include fines, jail time, driving license suspension, surcharges, and participation in the Intoxicated Driver Resource Center (IDRC). If you are convicted of a DUI, you may even be required to put …
Read MoreIf you are stopped for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or driving while intoxicated (DWI) in New Jersey, you may be worried about whether you are at risk of losing your driver’s license. The short answer to the question of “do you lose your license immediately after a DWI/DUI” is only if you …
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Read MoreBeing charged and convicted of a DWI/DUI is a big deal in New Jersey. Even for a first offense, you could be facing serious repercussions and a mark against you that could have a lasting impact on your life. At the Law Office of Matthew V. Portella, LLC, our experienced DWI lawyer in New Jersey …
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Read MoreIf you’ve been charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), it’s common and understandable to wonder how much a lawyer will cost. Unfortunately, the answer is not simple and straightforward. When considering the costs of a DUI/DWI lawyer, here are three things you should consider: There is no hard-and-fast rule …
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Read MoreDrivers and passengers beware. The recent New Jersey Supreme Court decision in State v. Witt dramatically widens the range of situations where a police officer can search a motor vehicle without first getting a search warrant. History Prior to this decision, the law in all of New Jersey was, pursuant to State v. Pena-Flores, that …
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Read MoreCiting multiple studies nationwide, New Jersey legislators have introduced a bill that would expand the use of ignition interlock devices for individuals convicted of drinking and driving. New Jersey already mandates that repeat offenders found guilty of driving with a blood alcohol content of .15 or greater must have such a device installed. State Looks …
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Read MoreOur DUI/DWI Defense Practice We work with clients at all stages of a DUI/DWI case, from the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) proceeding regarding the status of your driver’s license to the hearing to determine guilt or innocence and establish penalties. Even if you have already been convicted of drinking and driving, we can help you …
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