Legal Question in Criminal Law in New Jersey

Daniel is driving, within the speed limit, on a country road. He suddenly skids on some ice and his car slides into a ditch. He leaves the car, with the keys still in the ignition and asks for help at a nearby farmhouse. The farmer calls for a tow truck and he gives Daniel a few whiskeys since Daniel looks as though he is in a state of shock. Daniel returns to the car to wait for the tow truck. However, a police car arrives and Daniel is subsequently charged with being in care or control of a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol (contrary to section 253 of the Code). Is he likely to be found guilty of this offence?


Asked on 1/19/10, 12:18 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Gary Moore Gary Moore Attorney At Law

The farmer's testimony should save him.

Call me if you like, so long as the case is in New Jersey,

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Answered on 1/24/10, 12:33 pm
Jef Henninger, Esq Law Offices of Jef Henninger, Esq.

Sounds like homework.

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Answered on 1/24/10, 3:07 pm
SAUL SEGAN SAUL H SEGAN ATTY AT LAW

You have a shot (no pun intended)

I practice in NJ or PA

Call me, please

215 732 4000

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Answered on 1/24/10, 6:07 pm


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