In addition to the criminal exposure set forth above, on the civil side, there are pitfalls and exposure for those who throw private parties under New Jersey statute 2A: 15-5.6. This law, commonly known as the “social host liability law” is related to the service of alcoholic beverages to persons who have attained the legal age to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages.
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At this time of year, when parents and their teenage children are enjoying the summer with parties and celebrations, issues often arise from the liability of serving alcohol to minors.
The other day, after we published my blog post about the New Jersey Supreme Court’s “Animal House” decision, I received some emails about police searches in general. So, in response, I thought the below primer may be helpful to understand what the police can and cannot do to you, your car, and your home. I should note that search and seizure issues are among the most fact-sensitive aspects of a criminal case.
The Breathalyzer Says I Wasn’t Drunk, But I Was Arrested Anyway!?
March 2, 2012 | by Einhorn BarbaritoAfter a party this past holiday weekend, I got pulled over at a DWI checkpoint and blew a .07 blood alcohol content. Although I know that New Jersey has a .08 legal limit, I was arrested anyway. What should I do? A.M. Dear A.M: The first thing you should do […]