One of the duties of law enforcement officers is to investigate crimes. However, a common error police make is evidence mishandling. This misstep hinders the accuracy and fairness of investigations. 1. Failing to preserve the scene After law enforcement arrives at a...
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When does drunk driving become a felony in New Jersey?
Driving under the influence is a serious offense. Its severity increases when it escalates to a felony charge. In New Jersey, the legal consequences for drunk driving vary based on factors such as blood alcohol concentration and prior offenses. Felony DUI convictions...
What makes a crime aggravated?
According to Statista, there were over 1.3 million cases of violent crime in the United States in 2020. This number includes aggravated crimes. What constitutes an aggravated crime? Aggravated crimes Aggravated crimes are offenses that involve circumstances or...
The benefits of expunging a criminal record
The New Jersey Courts explain you may be eligible to expunge your criminal record five years after you finish serving your sentence. Expunging a criminal record allows you to break free from the shadow of your past mistakes and embrace new opportunities. Beyond just a...
A DUI’s effect on a commercial driver’s license in New Jersey
A commercial driver's license allows holders to operate large vehicles, such as trucks and buses, and it often plays a critical role in their livelihood. However, this license comes with added responsibilities, including strict regulations regarding driving under the...
What happens if you must use an ignition interlock device?
If you get a DUI conviction in New Jersey, the court could make a condition of your sentence to install an ignition interlock device. The judge must issue a court order for this requirement. An IID will prevent you from starting your vehicle if your blood alcohol...
How much does insurance go up after a New Jersey DWI/DUI?
Once you have a conviction for driving while intoxicated or driving under the influence in New Jersey, auto insurers see you as more of a liability. This means that your current insurer may decide to charge you substantially more for coverage after a DUI or DWI. Also,...
Can having an open container of alcohol affect your CDL?
As a long-haul truck driver, you spend hundreds of hours behind the wheel every single year. In the middle of a tedious trip, you might want to climb into the back of your truck and open a bottle of beer, spirits or wine. Doing so, though, may put your commercial...
What are your rights when stopped by law enforcement?
If you get stopped by law enforcement, you may feel scared and unsure of what to do. The choices you make will sometimes have a serious impact on the outcome of your stop. Knowing your right when stopped by law enforcement may help you avoid unnecessarily facing...
Can a reckless driving conviction put you in jail?
You might not be under the influence of alcohol or have gotten into an automobile accident, but it is still possible that the police might pull you over. The reason is due to the way you are driving. New Jersey has reckless driving laws that can not only result in...
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