Legal Question in DUI Law in New Jersey

Re: Statute of limitations on NJ DWI charge?

I am an attorney in Cherry Hill who handles these types of matters. Unfortunately, I would need to know a bit more before I could accurately assess your possible outcome.

For example, you state that "DMV" had your address - did the Court/prosecutor? DMV doesn't issue/enforce warrants so it my not be relevant what they knew, however, this point may require some additional legal research. I would also want to know how many times, if any, you have moved since the incident. Lastly, it is important to get the prosecutor's file on this matter to determine how many, if any, notices they sent to you and where they sent them.

The harder question is should you hire a lawyer because that is a decision you must make. Remember, however, that you are facing underlying charges which, if you're convicted of, will result in loss of license/heavy fines, in addition to fines and penalties associated with your absence for 10 years. There is a question of what they can still prove after all of this time, however, if they can make a case, the penalties are tough.

If you hired an attorney, you need one that does Municipal Court work. I am unable to estimate the cost before I learn a bit more about the case. Besides, price isn't a great indicator for picking an attorney as other factors are probably more important.

I practice in South/Central, NJ and I offer free consultations. If the court is in South/Central and you would like to discuss the matter further and/or talk about whether or not you want to hire an attorney to assist you, please contact me at your convenience.

In the meantime, feel free to browse our firm's website at www.ssglawfirm.com for more information.

Thanks,

Daniel B. Kelley, Esq.

(856)616-8080

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