If you have been charged with a traffic offense, driving while intoxicated, or a lower-level criminal offense in New Jersey, your case may begin in a municipal court. For many people, appearing in court for the first time can feel intimidating, especially if they are unfamiliar with the legal process or uncertain about the potential …
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Read MoreDuring the summer months, reckless driving becomes a serious issue in Haddonfield, New Jersey. Warm weather and open roads may tempt some drivers to speed, weave through traffic, or drive distracted—all behaviors that can lead to accidents and criminal charges. Reckless driving is more than just a traffic ticket in New Jersey. It’s a criminal …
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Read MoreDriving with a suspended license in New Jersey is a big deal. If a person is caught driving with a suspended license, he faces serious consequences, particularly when the license was suspended following the conviction of a specific offense, such as driving while impaired/driving under the influence. At the Law Office of Matthew V. Portella, …
Read MoreNew Jersey Traffic Violations Defense Lawyer When you are stopped by a law enforcement official while you are driving, you may be cited for a traffic violation. There are many different types of traffic violations in New Jersey, and they carry a wide range of penalties depending upon the particular violation. Each type of New …
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Read MoreTraffic violations in New Jersey can earn you a ticket, fine, or other consequences. Nonetheless, not all transgressions are considered equal in the eyes of the law. Major traffic violations that place the lives of others in danger can hold the possibility of jail time, community service, suspension of driving privileges, or more. You could …
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Read MoreApril was Distracted Driving Awareness Month The National Safety Council recognized April as Distracted Driving Awareness Month, employing the slogan: “U DRIVE. U TEXT. U PAY.” Local Police in towns such as North Plainfield conducted roadside stings in order to catch distracted drivers. In order to bust distracted drivers, North Plainfield officers posed as construction …
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