New Jersey State Police report that a man was taken into custody for allegedly driving drunk and causing a multi-vehicle wreck in Bernards Township on Oct. 3. The 49-year-old man's SUV reportedly collided with a semi-trailer on Route 78, causing the semi-trailer to...
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Michael Phelps to deal with latest DUI arrest
U.S. Olympic swimming great Michael Phelps won’t be getting into the pool anytime soon. The 18 time medal winner announced that he would be checking into an in-patient treatment program following his arrest last week for drunk driving. According to a USA Today...
Man arrested for allegedly smuggling turtles in his pants
We try to refrain from highlighting “stupid criminal” stories on this blog. After all, we tend to make our living defending good people who have made questionable choices in their lives. But sometimes there are stories that even make us shake our heads. A...
New Jersey Intoxicated Driver Program for DUI convictions
Any time a person is convicted of DUI, New Jersey law requires that the individual complete an Intoxicated Driver Program at an Intoxicated Driving Resource Center. Those who are convicted and need addictions treatment but are unable to afford it may be eligible for...
Questions growing about CTE and domestic violence
In our last post, we highlighted the importance of having experienced legal counsel in time where a person is accused of domestic violence. With the spotlight still on the domestic violence issue in the NFL, we would be remiss if we did not mention a telling article...
New Jersey penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol
The offense of driving under the influence of alcohol carries grave consequences that could affect a driver's life in a considerable and enduring way. Upon conviction, even first-time offenders will lose their driving privileges for up to one year if their blood...
Vikings’ Peterson indicted by grand jury for child abuse
Just when you thought the National Football League’s public image couldn’t get worse, another star player was charged with domestic abuse. Adrian Peterson, running back for the Minnesota Vikings, was indicted by a grand jury in Montgomery County, Texas of...
New Jersey auto accident injures cyclist
A Sep. 9 accident that injured a bicyclist in Mahwah may have involved drunk driving. The incident occurred around 5 p.m. on North Railroad Avenue near its intersection with Ramapo Valley Road. According to reports, a 1990 Dodge Ram pickup truck driven by a...
Vikings’ Peterson indicted on child abuse charges
Just when you thought the National Football League’s public image couldn’t get worse, another star player was charged with domestic abuse. Adrian Peterson, running back for the Minnesota Vikings, was indicted by a grand jury in Montgomery County, Texas of...
What is the difference between a first and second DWI?
In New Jersey, driving with a blood alcohol concentration level of .08 percent or higher is illegal. Drivers who do so are considered legally drunk and may face significant penalties if convicted. Moreover, drivers who have consumed alcohol sufficient enough to...