Assistant Prosecutor in New Jersey Charged with DUI
An assistant prosecutor for a New Jersey county has been accused of drunk driving near his home in Bethlehem. According to a report, the arrest occurred when firefighters were tying to put out a burning vehicle and the man changed lanes to pass a tow truck running over a fire hose. The assistant prosecutor reportedly failed three field sobriety tests. Officials say his preliminary blood alcohol level was 0.08 percent. The prosecutor is continuing on the job. His office, meanwhile, has opened an internal investigation.
It is illegal in the state of New Jersey as well as in most other states to drive with a blood alcohol content of 0.08 percent or greater. The consequences for a DUI in New Jersey are rather severe. Not only can you face jail time, but you may also lose your driver's license, which in turn could jeopardize your job and your career. If there was any aspect of your case that can be legally challenged, then you have the right to avoid these harsh penalties.
The laws of New Jersey are there in order to protect the rights of all individuals and to ensure that everyone is innocent until proven guilty. Drinking and driving is a serious charge and the burden of proof is on the prosecution. They must prove the case fully against the defendant before any action is taken in opposition to them. If you have been accused of drunk driving in New Jersey, it would be in your best interest to contact an experienced New Jersey DWI defense lawyer. The defense team at Lependorf and Silverstein is extremely knowledgeable about all of New Jersey's complex DUI laws. Call us today for a free consultation.
