A DRIVER CAN LOSE THEIR DRIVER’S LICENSE

In New Jersey a traffic ticket is not a simple case. It is a big mistake just to pay the traffic summons just to get the case over with. The MVC also known as the DMV, will put points on your driving record. If a driver gets just two or three summons on their record this can total up to enough points for them to lose their license. Moreover, if a driver gets too many points then this will cause them to receive expensive surcharges from the MVC. Sometimes the surcharges can total in the thousands of dollars! This is why it is important to contest each and every traffic ticket even if this is your first violation.

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What To Do If Your Are Involved In A Motor Vehicle Collision

1. CALL THE POLICE:

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New Jersey DWI/DUI Penalties

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) and driving under the influence of CDS constitute very serious offenses in New Jersey. The consequences of driving while intoxicated, as well as driving under the influence of CDS include personal injuries, property damage, and even death. As a result, New Jersey has some of the strictest laws in the United States of those convicted of DWI/DUI charges; the severe penalties are intended to deter drivers from getting behind the wheel after drinking or while

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1. How do the police measure a driver’s speed?

Generally, police use the following methods to catch you speeding:

a. A visual estimate. The officer sees your car and estimates how fast you are going.

b. Pacing. The police officer follows your vehicle at the same speed you are traveling and checks the police car’s speedometer to see how fast you are going.

c. Radar. The officer points a radar gun at your car and it calculates your speed.

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DWI FAQ's

If you are charged with Driving Under the Influence, it is strongly suggested that you receive proper legal representation from a lawyer. Jerrold Kamensky & Associates will be able to present you with the best options for your particular situation. Representations may involve a trial or negotiation with the court's prosecutor regarding the charges brought against you.

Following is list of the most frequently asked questions regarding DUI Charges and a short chart outlining the fines and penalties that may be associated with a Charge. As our firm practices in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania, you will find answers specific to each State's laws.

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Choosing the Right DWI Lawyer

Finding a lawyer who is experienced in handling DWI's should be your top priority. DWI laws are constantly changing and the consequences of a conviction are becoming harsher and harsher, not to mention the negative impact of being labeled a criminal for the rest of your life.

If you have never been through this before, you probably don't know who to call, and it seems lawyers are a dime a dozen. If you have been through this before and are searching for a different lawyer, you know just how important it is to hire an experienced DWI lawyer. You need to understand just because someone is a lawyer does not mean they have the necessary DWI experience to defend you and your DWI case.

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Common Police Mistakes in DWI Cases

1. The police make an unconstitutional stop of your vehicle.

The police can’t stop your vehicle on the basis of an anonymous call, or if there is no probable cause. In most cases, the police must stop the driver for some type of moving violation to justify the DWI arrest. If there are no sufficient grounds to substantiate the stop of your vehicle, then make sure that your counsel files a motion to suppress. This is quickly becoming the strongest DWI defense in New Jersey.

2. The police can’t question a person without informing him or her of their Miranda rights.

In many cases the drivers get scared and they confess to drinking and driving. Always be cognizant of the fact that the police must issue a driver their Miranda rights before he or she can be questioned.

3. Stopping a vehicle without probable cause.

The police can’t stop a driver merely because they are suspicious that the person was driving under the influence. The police have to substantiate the traffic stop with a moving violation such as weaving, speeding, or an improper lane change. If the police can’t substantiate any probable cause to justify the stop, then the DWI case will be dismissed.

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When can my driver's license be suspended or revoked?

Driving a car is considered a privilege-- and the State of New Jersey will not hesitate to take it away, if a driver behaves irresponsibly on the road. A State may temporarily suspend your driving privileges for a number of reasons, including:

1. driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
2. refusing to take a blood-alcohol test
3. driving without liability insurance
4. speeding
5. reckless driving
6. leaving the scene of an injury accident
7. failing to pay a driving-related fine
8. failing to answer a traffic summons, or failing to file an accident report.
   
   In addition, New Jersey uses a "point" system to keep track of a driver's moving violations: each moving .......

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Three ways points can be reduced and/or deducted:

1. For every year of safe driving (no violations or suspensions), up to three points may be subtracted from your point total. This reduction of points occurs one year after:
   1. your last point violation; or
   2. your license was restored; or
   3. the last time annual safe driving points were subtracted from your record (whichever is later).
2. After completion of a Motor Vehicle Services .....

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