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Matt Rooney
is a New Jersey attorney, former Superior Court law clerk, and noted commentator who focuses his practice on family law, municipal court defense, and personal injury matters. He was recognized by SJ Magazine as a 2018 “Top Divorce & Family Attorney."
Latest posts by Matt Rooney (see all)
- N.J. COURT: Live-In Nannies Are Covered By The Prevention of Domestic Violence Act - July 31, 2019
- When will the judge hear my N.J. family court motion? - October 16, 2018
- N.J. may soon allow “hardship licenses.” Here’s what that means. | Rooney - October 10, 2018
Be Prepared When New Jersey’s Drinking-and-Driving Laws Impact Your Holiday Season
The holidays are officially here again! Unfortunately, so are familiar challenges for New Jersey motorists including crowded highways, distracted drivers, DUI/DWI arrests and, on some roads, DUI/DWI sobriety checkpoints. Supporters of tough DUI/DWI laws point to the statistics. According to the New Jersey Attorney General, “[i]n 2012, there were 164 alcohol-impaired fatalities in New Jersey, which accounted for 28% of the state’s motor vehicle-related deaths.” Thanksgiving Eve through the Super Bowl in February constitutes one of the busier periods of the year for DUI/DWI arrests due to the high number of celebrations and increased vigilance from the authorities. Of course, the best advice is to stay safe and not drive drunk! The New Jersey State Police provides some good tips:-
Prepare before you drive. Map your route; fill your tank; check your tire pressure, lights and wiper blades. These simple steps may save you more than time on the highways.
- Insist that all vehicle occupants use seatbelts.
- Don’t drive drowsy. The symptoms of driving tired are similar to those of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Make sure you get enough rest.
- Steer clear of “road ragers.” Challenging an aggressive driver for a position is a dangerous way to get to your destination a few seconds sooner.
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Use a designated driver. If alcohol figures into your Thanksgiving plans, plan to have one driver stay sober.
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Matt Rooney
is a New Jersey attorney, former Superior Court law clerk, and noted commentator who focuses his practice on family law, municipal court defense, and personal injury matters. He was recognized by SJ Magazine as a 2018 “Top Divorce & Family Attorney."
Latest posts by Matt Rooney (see all)
- N.J. COURT: Live-In Nannies Are Covered By The Prevention of Domestic Violence Act - July 31, 2019
- When will the judge hear my N.J. family court motion? - October 16, 2018
- N.J. may soon allow “hardship licenses.” Here’s what that means. | Rooney - October 10, 2018