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New Jersey officials urge reporting of suspected drunk drivers

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Thanksgiving is just hours away. People across the country will be gathering
with family and friends to celebrate everything that they are thankful
for in their lives. During that celebration, some people might have a
drink and then drive to a relative’s house or drive home. Even if
it is just one drink, some people might still find themselves spending
Thanksgiving night behind bars.

Authorities in New Jersey are encouraging drivers to report people they
suspect are drunk drivers. While this might help discourage people from
drunk driving, it could also lead to arrests of innocent people. Police
often rigorously enforce drunk driving laws around holidays. They might
arrest people for drunk driving after conducting tests that don’t
truly test if a person is capable of driving a vehicle.

People who are arrested could face embarrassment as well as damage to their
personal and professional reputations. They might also face consequences
with their license if they are convicted. That is why people who are arrested
for drunk driving in New Jersey might be wise to speak with an experienced
criminal defense attorney. A misguided arrest shouldn’t mean an innocent
person has to spend their Thanksgiving in jail.

While this is a time to give thanks, it is also an important time to understand
your rights. A rigorous criminal defense can help people who are arrested
clear their name of wrongdoing and protect their reputation.

Source: NJTODAY.net, “Officials Urge Travelers To Be Safe This Thanksgiving,” Nov. 20, 2012

-Our New Jersey criminal defense firm handles drunk driving cases. Please
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