Facing a DUI in Bridgewater New Jersey?
If you have been charged with driving while intoxicated, driving under the influence, refusal to submit a breath sample or any other traffic offense for that matter in Bridgewater, we strongly recommend that you contact an experienced DUI defense attorney as soon as possible. It is well known by now that New Jersey takes a zero tolerance approach when it comes to those convicted of driving while intoxicated. In fact, unlike most states, New Jersey does not even allow for temporary licenses and/or work licenses for those convicted of DWI. The Bridgewater Municipal Court is no stranger to dealing with DWI charges, last year alone they presided over just under 200 DWI offenses. If you would like to speak to one of the DUI defense lawyers at Keith Oliver Criminal Law about your options, then please contact our Bridgewater office at 908-533-1064 and one of our lawyers would be glad to discuss your options with you. As always, our initial consultations are free of costs, so if you have any questions whatsoever, please do not hesitate to contact us. Now here is some information about one of the most recent DWI arrests in Bridgewater Township.
Bound Brook Man Charged with DWI in Bridgewater Township
According to the Patch.com, a fifty-six year old male from Bound Brook was arrested on April 18th in Bridgewater Township and charged with among other things, driving while intoxicated. The charges stem from what an incident that took place in Commons Way. It is alleged that the Defendant was involved in a single car motor vehicle accident, however, instead of remaining at the scene and reporting the accident, he fled the scene. The Bridgewater Police were able to quickly locate the Defendant and take him into custody. Based on the officers observations, the Defendant was asked to submit a breath sample so that it could be determined whether he was under the influence. However, the Defendant refused to give a sample and as a result was charged with the following offenses:
- Driving While Intoxicated;
- Refusal To Submit a Breath Sample;
- Leaving the Scene of an Accident;
- Failure to Maintain Lane;
- Unlicensed Driver;
- Failure to Report an Accident;
- Failure to Wear a Seatbelt.
Charged with DUI in Bridgewater NJ?
The Defendant was processed and released upon a summons to a sober driver, which is required pursuant to John’s Law. The Defendant will be forced to appear in the Bridgewater Municipal Court, which is located 100 Commons Way, to answer the charges. Even if this was the Defendant’s first DWI, he will be facing the following potential license suspensions:
- 3 Month Loss of License on the DWI;
- 7 – 12 Month Loss of License on the Refusal to Submit a Breath Sample;
- 6 – 12 Month Loss of License on the Leaving the Scene of an Accident.
It is important to keep in mind, that these are only the potential licenses losses, each offense comes with thousands of dollars in fines and assessments, not to mention the potential jail time as well. Furthermore, contrary to what most people think, anyone who refusal to submit a breath sample in New Jersey will also automatically be charged with driving while intoxicated as well. This is just one of the main reasons that we strongly recommend that if you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, that you contact an experienced DWI defense lawyer as soon as possible. To speak to one of attorneys at Keith Oliver Criminal Law, please contact us directly at 908-533-1064 or you can try contacting us online.
For more information on this offense, please checkout the Patch’s news article labeled Bound Brook Man Charged With DWI After Fleeing Scene Of Crash by clicking the link.
