New Jersey DWI Defense Lawyers
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Being arrested or accused of a DWI is a scary and distressing situation. There is a lot at stake for you and your loved ones so having the right defense can make a substantial difference in the outcome of your case. Our aggressive New Jersey DWI defense lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein have much experience representing DWI clients in New Jersey, successfully achieving dismissals, acquittals and lowered sentences. If you or someone you know has been accused of DWI in New Jersey, contact Lependorf & Silverstein immediately to protect your freedom.
The laws surrounding New Jersey drunk driving offenses can be confusing and misleading to some. It is important to know what to do if you are pulled over and suspected of DWI. After pulling you over, the officer will ask for your driver's license and vehicle registration and he or she may ask you to perform several field sobriety tests. You DO NOT have to take these field sobriety tests!
A New Jersey DWI charge will usually come with a heavy fine and license suspension. In New Jersey, fines for a drunk driving offense can range from $250 to $1000. For a first time offense, the license will usually be suspended for seven months; second offense, two years; and a third offense, up to ten years. These consequences can be life altering. The financial costs and social stigmas that come with a DWI offense can cause pain and suffering for you and your family. It is vital that you have aggressive legal representation to fight your case.
New Jersey statutes say that you must take a breath test if you drive on the road:
"Any person who operates a motor vehicle on any public road, street or highway or quasi-public area in this State shall be deemed to have given his consent to the taking of samples of his breath for the purpose of making chemical tests to determine the content of alcohol in his blood."
Many people that are accused of DWI in New Jersey do not understand or know their rights. Some do not seek help from an attorney and simply plead guilty in court. You may have other options! Call an experienced New Jersey drunk driving defense lawyer at Lependorf & Silverstein today if you have been charged with drunk driving. Let our aggressive legal team handle your case in the best possible manner to try to reduce your sentence or fines.
For more information regarding New Jersey DWI law, visit our New Jersey DWI and Drunk Driving Defense website.
If you or a loved one is facing DWI charges, call the experienced and aggressive Newark DWI Lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein today for a free consultation.