Can you get a suspended sentence, with no loss of licence for a dwi in NJ?

There is not a pre-trial diversionary program, or a suspended sentence in New Jersey for a DWI charge. Further if convicted, the Judge must suspend...

Will the DWI that I got last week in New Jersey count as my second even if my first one was reduced to reckless?

The current DWI charge would be treated as a first offense for sentencing purposes. The reckless driving conviction will appear on your New Jersey...

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After pleading guilty to DUI in NJ, how many days do you have to file a motion?

A Motion to Vacate a Plea is distinguishable from a direct appeal. Appeals New Jersey Municipal Court convictions have to be filed within twenty...

Appeals New Jersey Municipal Court convictions have to be filed within twenty days from the conviction. These Appeals are heard in the Superior...

New Jersey Law (Generally N.J.S.A. 2B:25-5(a) & R. 7:7-7 et seq.) requires the Municipal Court Prosecutor to respond to defense discovery requests....

If I plead guilty to dui last week in NJ can I reopen the case and how?

You have a right to make an application to the Court (called a Motion or Petition) to vacate your guilty plea. The Court has to be satisfied that...

I am a Canadian citizen, and was charged with a DUI in Washington state about 10 years ago. Can I travel to NJ?

There is likely an active warrant for your arrest. Accordingly, there is a possibility that you can be arrested in New Jersey. You should contact a...

I plead guilty to DWI or DUI in NJ over 20 years ago and wish to have this expunged. How do I go about it. (no repeat sincethen

I will mirror what my colleague stated; DWI convictions (and any other traffic offense) cannot be "expunged" in New Jersey. A DWI conviction...

I was given a ticket for DUI in New Jersey.I still have not been convicted. I am moving out of state. Is it legal?

Yes, you are legally able to move out of state. You must however, notify the Court of your new address. I would suggest that you (through your...

If I lost an NJ drivers license for DUI (2nd Offense) and I continue to drive what issues will I have if caught?

If you plead guilty, or are found guilty of driving while your license is suspended for a dwi conviction, there is a mandatory 10 to 90 day jail...