Morris County, New Jersey DWI Lawyers
Effective Defense for Drunk Driving and Traffic Violations
Under New Jersey's strict DWI laws, a drunk driving arrest can have a devastating impact on your life: jail, fines, loss of driving privileges, even loss of employment. Our attorneys have tried or defended thousands of DWIs, helping clients beat the charges or limit the consequences of a conviction. Bell & Hassing represents clients in Morris County and surrounding jurisdictions of New Jersey.
Arrested for DWI? Traffic Offense?
Free Consultation at 973-607-4694
Se Habla Español
Driving While Intoxicated
The penalties for a DWI conviction are severe. We do everything we can to spare clients from the worst consequences:
- First offense DWI: License suspension of 3 to 12 months, fines and a $1,000 per year MVC surcharge for three years, mandatory Intoxicated Driver Resources Center (IDRC) counseling
- Second offense DWI: Up to 2-year license revocation, possible jail time
- Third offense DWI: Mandatory 180 days in jail (90 of which can be served in a rehab facility), and 10-year license revocation
New Jersey does not allow a "hardship" license during suspension. Additional penalties can include an ignition interlock on your vehicle, confiscation of your vehicle and community service.
Tough Defense for Tough DWI Laws
Few North Jersey lawyers have tried (and won) as many drunk driving cases as Joe Bell. With 22 years of experience, he knows the tendencies of judges and prosecutors, and can analyze the strength of the case to advise clients on whether to go to trial or negotiate a plea. Joe has been successful in probable cause motions challenging the basis for stopping, arresting or testing his clients. We aggressively attack the results of breathalyzer tests or conclusions drawn from field sobriety tests, often resulting in dismissal of charges or acquittal at trial.
Traffic Violations
Pleading guilty to a municipal court offense or paying a traffic ticket can result in license suspension, and certain offenses trigger jail time. We help clients avoid the most severe penalties for:
- Driving while license suspended (mandatory jail)
- Driving without insurance (one-year suspension)
- Hit and run (leaving the scene)
- Reckless or careless driving
- Speeding (including school or construction zone enhancements)
Bell & Hassing works to get the charges dismissed or minimized through a lesser included offense. For example, we got one client's hit and run charges converted to a failure to report an accident, avoiding a six-month license suspension. We will look at the facts of your case to see what your options are.
Contact our aggressive DWI lawyers immediately to preserve your rights and avoid further incrimination. We do the extra research and preparation to secure the most favorable outcome. Bell & Hassing offers a free initial consultation at 973-607-4694, and our paralegal is fluent in Spanish.
