Newark DWI cases require an experienced, knowledgeable attorney if you want to avoid the worst possible outcomes. Call our New Jersey DWI lawyers today or complete our contact form for a free case evaluation.
When you face DUI or DWI charges in Newark, NJ, the decisions you make early on can significantly affect the outcome of your case. If prosecutors convict you, you could lose your driving privileges and face jail time, hefty fines, and other penalties. Faced with these severe consequences, you need a Newark DUI attorney from the Law Office of Steven Ellman on your side right away.
Steven Ellman has more than 39 years of legal experience, much of it spent assisting Newark residents with DUI and DWI cases. About 80 percent of the firm’s clients have their charges eventually dismissed, and we work tirelessly to protect their rights throughout the legal process. Call the Law Office of Steven Ellman today or reach out online for a free consultation.
There are several types of offenses under the banner of Newark DUI/DUI law. Those offenses include:
Understanding the basic legal procedures of a Newark DWI case can help you prepare for what lies ahead. Below, we break down the essential components of the legal processes in a New Jersey DUI case:
The Arrest
Upon seeing a suspected drunk driver, a police officer might stop them for a routine traffic check or due to observed erratic driving behavior. After the stop, the officer will typically conduct a field sobriety test, which may involve simple tasks like walking in a straight line or following the movement of a light with one’s eyes. Based on the results of this test and other observations, the officer might make an arrest on suspicion of DUI/DWI.
Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) Testing
After making an arrest, the officer will usually take the driver to a police station or hospital for BAC testing. In New Jersey, the law says drivers are assumed to be impaired if their BAC is 0.08 percent or higher.
Court Proceedings
Once the arrest and testing phases are complete, the case moves to the courtroom. The initial appearance, known as the arraignment, is where the state formally presents the charges against the defendant. The defendant then enters a plea (guilty or not guilty). If the defendant pleads not guilty, a pre-trial conference or motion hearings may follow, which may involve obtaining and examining evidence and witness testimony. Depending on the complexities of the case, it may go to trial, where a judge will decide the outcome.
A DWI lawyer is an essential ally if the police accuse you of drunk driving, and their job encompasses many roles, such as:
The specific circumstances of a DWI case inform the potential penalties defendants face.
Generally, the penalties for DWI in New Jersey include:
Newark has no shortage of DWI attorneys, but that does not mean all DWI lawyers are the same. The Law Office of Steven Ellman brings much to the table that you won’t find at other law firms, including:
Newark DWI cases require an experienced, knowledgeable attorney if you want to avoid the worst possible outcomes. Call our New Jersey DWI lawyers today or complete our contact form for a free case evaluation.
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