You must appear in court because, as Mr. Higgins explained, the penalties depend on whether you are a first or subsequent offender. Appearing in...

A detailed review of your situation is necessary to answer your question correctly, although your options will usually be narrowly limited. I...

I am sorry that you are going through the stress of thinking about losing your license, and caring for your family, including your son, who is on...

As Mr. Abate said, while plea-bargaining is now allowed for NJ DWI cases, the system still regards a DWI as an offense that should not be...

There are two legal avenues (rights) you can and should explore. First, you have a right to ask the court to amend the sentence as it relates to...

Under N.J.S.A. 2C:40-26, it would be a 4th-degree crime to drive while suspended for your 3rd DWI. The penalties include jail for up to 18 months,...

Reckless Driving, N.J.S.A. 39:4-96, carries, if you are convicted, five NJ MVC points and discretionary license loss. License loss is highly...

Only convictions for traffic tickets will appear on your NJ MVC history; outstanding tickets will not (appear). You, or your lawyer, if you choose...

You will likely receive a ticket by mail charging you with tailgating under N.J.S.A. 39:4-89. The police have thirty days to file and serve the...

Yes, NJ law allows complaints to be issued without an arrest, outside of your presence, and served by mail. A NJ DWI complaint must be issued...