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How to Avoid Getting a DWI or DUI

Drinking and driving

DWI or DUI is a traffic offense in New Jersey. The consequences of a DWI or DUI can be life-changing. The simplest answer as to how to avoid a DWI or DUI is to avoid drinking or being intoxicated in any way when driving. There are many other behaviors that you should do before, during and after a DWI or DUI stop that can prevent you from getting a DWI or DUI charge or at least lessen your charges.

Have Updated Documents Ready: If you are stopped and asked by a police officer to hand over your documents, be calm and hand your driver’s license, registration and proof of insurance to the officer.

Be Calm and Polite During Questioning: If the officer asks you if you have been drinking, politely answer. Be honest and calm. Do not be defensive or argumentative.

Field Sobriety Tests: New Jersey traffic laws allow police to ask drivers to step out of the car for any traffic stop. If this happens, do your best to stay calm and step out of your car. Try to maintain polite eye contact with the officer as he or she will observe you for any indications of intoxication including bloodshot eyes, the smell of alcohol or the inability to maintain your balance.

Roadside Breath Tests: If you are requested to breathe into a Breathalyzer to determine your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC), you should do it. The state of New Jersey is an implied consent state, which means that you gave your consent to be tested when you accepted your driver’s license. However, you can still request a more reliable test instead of the roadside test. It is then up to the officer to decide whether to take you into custody for refusal to take the test.

Contact an Experienced Attorney

Criminal attorney Joel Silberman can help you if you have been accused of a traffic offense in New Jersey. When you receive a ticket for a traffic violation, you can choose to fight back with the help of the Law Offices of Joel Silberman, LLC.  Mr. Silberman has extensive experience in defending clients accused of traffic violations and offers skilled and experienced legal representation throughout New Jersey. We will provide an aggressive defense and keep you informed regarding your case. Call 201-420-1913 or email joel@joelsilbermanlaw.com.

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