New Jersey Criminal Defense Blog

As the argument about New Jersey breathalyzers heads to the Supreme Court, thousands of New Jersey DWI cases are now in limbo. As reported previously on this blog, the Alcotest is headed to the Supreme Court to determine its reliability in measuring blood alcohol content (BAC) levels. In the meantime, thousands of convicted or charged drunk drivers’ cases have been stayed, with these drivers free to drive until the Court passes down its decision.

Though many would argue that having drivers who have been accused of DWI on the road is a public danger, they are forgetting the presumption of innocence that is at the core of the United States justice system. For those accused of DWI, the Supreme Court’s decision is eagerly awaited and even is providing them with much-needed time in which to strengthen their legal defense and prepare for New Jersey DWI proceedings. You can bet that it’s a good time to seek out the right partner to help defend you in court – and potentially protect your reputation, your job, your personal freedom, and your pocketbook.

The legal system depends on the Supreme Court to pass down verdicts that are the result of reasoned argument and fair analysis. We’re hoping that Alcotest is found to be unreliable so that New Jersey can move toward a system that is fair to drivers and that truly protects our roads. False arrests or arrests made on insufficient or flawed evidence are in gross violation of the tenets of the legal system we stand for, and we’re waiting for clarification so we can continue to do what we do best – defend our valued clients with the help of watertight legal strategy and years of experience.

Have you been accused of DWI? Contact us today for information on how Lependorf & Silverstein can help. Phone consultations are completely confidential and free of charge.