A lot of people don’t realize that a DUI charge can be a federal rather than a state one. There are many places here in New Jersey and throughout the country where if you’re suspected of being under the influence while behind the wheel, you could be charged with a...
Sometimes the perfect social setting involves a refreshing drink outdoors. Those seeking a lively atmosphere other than a bar or restaurant should get to know New Jersey's alcohol laws. The state's reputation for strict regulations is warranted, and public consumption...
Breathalyzers, in the form of hand-held devices that the police often use to gauge someone’s sobriety and get a read on their level of blood alcohol content (BAC), have become ubiquitous tools in law enforcement’s efforts to curb drunk driving. Consequently, people...
Unfortunately, there are many myths out there about drunk driving. People often repeat these without realizing that they’re inaccurate. Others overhear them, and it leads to mistakes that may include an arrest. Of course, ignorance is no excuse for a violation of the...
Your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is just a measure of the amount of alcohol in your system at any given time. This can be measured in various ways, with breath tests being the most common. But alcohol can also be detected with tools like urine tests or blood...
The police may use a urine, blood or breath test to test a driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC). BAC is the amount of alcohol found in the body at the time of testing. While blood tests are typically the most accurate, breath tests are often preferred because they can...