NEW JERSEY CRIMINAL LAWYERS

NJ CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS

IN A DWI, DUI, OR REFUSAL CASE

If you have been charged with driving under the influence, it is essential to know your constitutional rights. The Law Offices of Todd Spodek recognizes the significance of protecting these rights and ensuring a fair and just legal process for every individual.

1. THE RIGHT TO REMAIN SILENT

One of the most crucial constitutional rights an individual has is the right to remain silent. This means that an individual can choose not to respond to allegations made against them. Utilizing this right cannot be used against the defendant in court, and no negative inference or conclusion can be drawn from it. It is critical to remember that any statements made during a DWI, DUI or refusal stop will be documented by law enforcement officers and potentially used against you in court.

2. YOU ARE INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY

The constitution guarantees that every defendant is innocent until proven guilty. The burden of proof rests with the State to prove each element of an offense beyond a reasonable doubt. Until that burden has been met, the individual remains innocent. This presumption of innocence is fundamental to guaranteeing justice for all individuals.

3. THE RIGHT TO BE REPRESENTED

Having legal representation in a DWI, DUI or refusal case is crucial because the consequences of a conviction are severe. Every person charged with one of these offenses has the right to be represented by counsel of their choosing who will work tirelessly on their behalf.

Choosing skilled lawyers like those at Todd Spodek Law Offices ensures that an attorney who understands and prioritizes protecting your constitutional rights will represent you throughout your case.

4. THE RIGHT TO CONFRONT WITNESSES

An accused person has another important constitutional right: the right to confront witnesses testifying against them during trial through cross-examination by their legal representative.

5. THE RIGHT AGAINST UNREASONABLE SEARCH & SEIZURE

Individuals are constitutionally protected from unreasonable searches and seizures. The police must have a reasonable cause (probable cause) before they can conduct a search or seizure of people or property. This right’s violation can have significant implications in DWI, DUI, and refusal cases as any evidence obtained through unlawful search could be potentially dismissed.

PROTECTING YOUR RIGHTS IN A DWI, DUI OR REFUSAL CASE

When a State violates an individual’s constitutional rights, it can negatively impact the prosecutor’s case against them. It requires knowledgeable lawyers like those at Todd Spodek Law Offices who understand how to handle DWI, DUI, and refusal cases to protect your constitutional rights efficiently and help you achieve the possible outcome.

OUR LAWYERS ARE AGGRESSIVE AND KNOWLEDGEABLE

The Law Offices of Todd Spodek is committed to the outcomes for clients charged with these offenses. Our defense attorneys have years of experience in protecting individuals’ constitutional rights while also aggressively fighting on their behalf during trial.

TABLE SHOWCASING CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS IN A DWI, DUI OR REFUSAL CASE
| |Constitutional Rights |
|—|—|
|1.|Right to remain silent |
|2.|You are innocent until proven guilty |
|3.|The right to be represented |
|4.|The right to confront witnesses |
|5.|The right against unreasonable search & seizure |

If you or someone you know has been charged with one of these offenses, don’t risk your constitutional rights; contact our experienced legal team today at (555) 555-5555 or visit our website for more information on protecting your rights in a DWI, DUI or Refusal Case advocacy – because we are here to help you win!