Two Charged with DWI in New Jersey
A 32-year-old man has been charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) after being found passed out in a car. According to a news report in The Record, the arrest occurred on a front lawn on South Maple Avenue in Glen Rock. Officials say they found the man and a 24-year-old woman "passed out" in a car. The man faces multiple charges including driving while intoxicated in a school zone, careless driving, refusing to submit to a breath test, and improper driving over a sidewalk. The woman was not charged.
It is not clear if the man will face increased penalties because of his recent driving history. The report states that he was charged in September for running over a 31-year-old Passaic man who later succumbed to his injuries. In that case, the man and the woman were charged with causing a death or injury while driving, as well as leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident that resulted in death.
Drivers who are facing serious charges such as driving while intoxicated or leaving the scene of an accident would be well advised to seek legal guidance from a skilled criminal defense attorney before discussing the specifics of their case with the authorities. It is particularly important to seek representation when there are multiple charges stemming from one incident. It is common for the charges to be added together, resulting in unnecessarily harsh punishment. Repeat offenders are also likely to face harsher penalties and enhanced charges.
A skilled drunk driving defense attorney in NJ at Lependorf & Silverstein has a long and successful track record of fighting for the rights of our clients. If you or a loved one has been accused of drunk driving in New Jersey, please call our offices at (609) 240-0040 for a free and comprehensive consultation.
