Top 5 Mistakes To Avoid

Top 5 Mistakes To Avoid When Facing DWI, DUI Charges in NJ

If you are reading the pages of this website, that is proof alone that you are not fully capable of properly defending yourself in a DUI, DWI charge.Simply put, it is very complex.There are many turns and twists a DWI or DUI case can take, regardless of the evidence against you.Below are common mistakes to avoid when charged with DWI or DUI in NJ.

1. I don’t need a lawyer.

Like I said, if you are visiting this website, you need information.Criminal defense attorneys have years of experience defending drunken driving charges in New Jersey.Each case is unique and there are countless ways to avoid being convicted of an alcohol related incident, regardless of evidence collected against you.If you are convicted, a defense attorney will work to get you the lightest sentence possible and argue to have your license reinstated asap. Avoid unnecessary fines and possible jail time by consulting with a highly experienced defense attorney.

2. I should just plead guilty since I failed a breathalyzer test.

In New Jersey, if you take and fail a breathalyzer and are found guilty if DUI you will probably lose your license for three months and incur fines.The key phrase here is, ‘if you are found guilty’. Taking and failing a breathalyzer test does not mean you will be found guilty.

In a recent case involving drunken driving charges, Mr. Marshall was able to prove that a Breathalyzer machine used to measure his client’s BAC was delivering erroneous readings.In spite of the fact that the defendant failed a breathalyzer test, he was found not guilty based on those findings. Too bad for the previous individuals who did not consult with John F. Marshall and were convicted of drunk driving based on those erroneous readings!

There are additional methods to successfully defend a charge of DUI or DWI.This is just one of hundreds of examples where the attorneys at John F Marshall helped to avoid a guilty verdict for a client with evidence stacking up against him.

3. I don’t have the money to hire an attorney.

Wrong. The real problem will be that you won’t have money unless you hire an attorney.A skilled defense attorney will get you the best possible outcome.On your own, you could be facing jail time, fines and loss of license.If you lose your license, it will be very hard for you to hold down a stable job and earn steady income.If you go to jail, you certainly will not be able to get any income for that entire length of time.Investing in an attorney will save you money in the long run.

When considering attorneys, many people may want to ‘price shop’ for the cheapest price.Just remember, you get what you pay for.If an attorney has a very low fee, he probably doesn’t plan on spending too much time on your case.Shop for competitive pricing and most importantly, skill.

4. The prosecutor was really nice and wants to help me out.

Wrong again.The prosecutor is using his skills and cashing in on the fact that you don’t fully understand your rights and opportunities in defending yourself from DUI or DWI charges.If you speak to a prosecutor without prior consult from a defense attorney, you may very well be helping him build his case against you without even knowing it.Why settle for his plea when there is a possibility we could have the case dismissed all together?Know your rights and know your opportunities to avoid a conviction.Speak to a defense attorney first.

5. I spoke to someone who was once convicted of DUI or DWI charges for advice.

No two DUI or DWI cases are the same.Regardless of the circumstances or evidence, there are no two like cases.In the shortest amount of time there can be significant changes to DUI or DWI laws in New Jersey.Laws change and what happened in your friend’s case may be irrelevant under new law for your case.Almost every case involving drunken driving has its own unique defense using a multitude of defense strategies.Your best chance to win a not guilty verdict is to have a respectable, experienced defense attorney handle your case.

If you would like to speak with one of our lawyers about circumstances surrounding your arrest, please call our Red Bank, NJ office toll free 877-450-830.