New Jersey DWI Frequently Asked Questions

JOHN MENZEL, J.D.
and the Law Firm of John Menzel
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What should I do and not do if I am stopped by police?

See:

DRUNK DRIVING ARREST

q Do's and Don’ts When Stopped for Drunk Driving

What should I do and not do if I am arrested by police?

See:

DRUNK DRIVING ARREST

q Do's and Don’ts When Arrested for Drunk Driving

What are my constitutional rights?

See:

DRUNK DRIVING ARREST

q Your Constitutional Rights

What are my statutory obligations if stopped or arrested by police?

See:

DRUNK DRIVING ARREST

q Your Statutory Obligations

What happens in court I am charged with drunk driving, breath test refusal, or another serious traffic offense?

See:

COURTS INFORMATION

q If You Are Charged With an Offense

What penalties do I face if convicted of drunk driving or breath test refusal?

See:

NEW JERSEY DWI PENALTIES

q Drunk Driving: First Offense Penalties

q Drunk Driving: Second Offense Penalties

q Drunk Driving: Third Offense Penalties

q Breath Test Refusal: First Offense Penalties

q Breath Test Refusal: Second Offense Penalties

q Breath Test Refusal: Third Offense Penalties

q Underage Operation With Blood Alcohol Content in Excess of 0.01 %

When would I lose my driver’s license?

ON CONVICTION. See:

NEW JERSEY LICENSE SUSPENSION LAWS

If the court takes my driving privilege, can I get a work or other limited driver’s license?

NO. See:

NEW JERSEY LICENSE SUSPENSION LAWS

What are the steps in Drunk Driving litigation?

See:

COURTS INFORMATION

q The Steps of Drunk Driving Litigation

When and how do I plead in court if I am charged with drunk driving or breath test refusal?

See:

NEW JERSEY DWI INFORMATION

q When and How to Plead

Do I need to hire a lawyer?

YES. See:

COURTS INFORMATION

q If You Are Charged With an Offense

When should I hire a lawyer?

AS SOON AS YOU CAN. See:

COURTS INFORMATION

q If You Are Charged With an Offense

What must the State prove to convict me?

See:

NEW JERSEY DWI INFORMATION

q What the State Must Prove to Convict You

What must the State prove to show that a breath test is reliability?

See:

NEW JERSEY DWI INFORMATION

q What the State Must Prove to Show a Breath Test Reliability

What documents should I see before deciding what to do about a drunk driving charge?

See:

NEW JERSEY DWI INFORMATION

q Documents Drunk Driving Defendants Should See Before Deciding What to Do

What documents should I see before deciding what to do about a breath test refusal charge?

See:

NEW JERSEY DWI INFORMATION

q Documents Breath Test Refusal Defendants Should See Before Deciding What to Do

When would I want to hire an expert witness or do extraordinary trial preparation?

See:

NEW JERSEY DWI INFORMATION

q Additional Trial Preparation: When to Hire an Expert

What if I am charged with a less serious traffic offense?

See:

HOW TO DEFEND SIMPLE TICKETS

How can I get more information about drunk driving and breath test refusal?

CONTACT JOHN MENZEL, J.D.

See also:

BIOGRAPHY OF JOHN MENZEL

LAW OFFICES OF JOHN MENZEL, J.D.

DRUNK DRIVING CASE EXAMPLES

PUBLICATIONS AND ARTICLES

How can I get my cash evaluated for free?

FREE DWI CASE EVALUATION

q Case Evaluation Questionnaire

Can’t I represent myself after reading this website?

ABSOLUTELY NOT. See:

See also:

COURTS INFORMATION

q If You Are Charged With an Offense

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