Assembly Considering New Jersey Drug Court Program for Nonviolent Offenders
The New Jersey Assembly will soon determine whether nonviolent drug offenders should be sentenced to the New Jersey drug court program rather than sent to prison. The measure overwhelmingly passed the Senate and passed in the Assembly Appropriations Committee on a 9-0 vote this week. It appears that Governor Chris Christie also supports the bill. […]
New Jersey Ignition Interlock Requirements and Guidelines
New Jersey residents may have heard of ignition interlock devices (IIDs), but many likely have questions about what offenses require installation of the devices. IIDs are a typical part of the sentence for DWI offenders. It is important to be aware of what the mandatory standards are for using IIDs to avoid any additional penalties. […]
Crackdown on Underage Drinking Offenses in Cape May County
As the warmer weather approaches, many teenagers find themselves free from the demands that high school and college place on them. With more opportunities to spend time with peers they may find themselves in social situations where they are offered a cocktail or two. They may even attempt to find fun at the local bar […]
Crackdown on Underage Drinking Offenses in Cape May County
As the warmer weather approaches, many teenagers find themselves free from the demands that high school and college place on them. With more opportunities to spend time with peers they may find themselves in social situations where they are offered a cocktail or two. They may even attempt to find fun at the local bar […]
Eluding Arrest Compounds DWI Penalties
A New Jersey man was recently charged with eluding police in a vehicle and driving under the influence. According to the police, the driver was apprehended after a high-speed chase followed by a foot chase. The police say the man tried to elude the officers after driving drunk and nearly struck several pedestrians, but the […]