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In this article, you’ll learn about: How New Jersey’s new voluntary IID (Ignition Interlock Device) law can reduce license suspension periods for DUI convictions starting in 2024. Why timing matters when installing an IID voluntarily and how it could impact your case. The potential limitations and challenges to using IID installation as a strategy, especially for repeat offenders or cases involving serious injury. How Can Voluntary Ignition Interlock Device Installation Reduce My License Suspension Period After A DWI In New Jersey? Since the passing of Bill S-3011/A-4800 in February 2024, you may be able to reduce your license suspension period… Read More

What Is The New Voluntary Ignition Interlock Device (IID) Law In New Jersey? This new law, introduced as part of Bill S-3011/A-4800 and signed by Governor Phil Murphy, went into effect on February 19, 2024. It reduces the penalties for certain DWI offenses by introducing a credit option for people who are charged with DWI and choose to install an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) in their vehicles before they’re formally convicted. Under the law, drivers charged with specific DWI offenses can choose to install an IID to earn credits that may reduce their overall penalties. By offering this incentive, the… Read More

A New Jersey State Police Breath Test Coordinator Instructor, the official responsible for checking calibration of breath testing instruments used for most DWI prosecutions in New Jersey, was indicted this week. Marc Dennis is accused of official misconduct, false swearing, and records falsification because, according to the New Jersey Attorney General, he failed to perform a required step necessary to assure correct temperature measurements by the Alcotest 7110 MK-III C. The Attorney General estimates that 20, 667 cases in the past seven years in Monmouth, Ocean, Middlesex, Union, and Somerset Counties could be affected. The Attorney General petitioned the New… Read More

Attorney John Menzel was recently quoted in the NJ Law Journal article discussing AG’s Bid for Special Master in Alcotest Suits. You can read the entire article by visiting the NJ Law Journal site.