Holmdel, New Jersey is home to the PNC Bank Arts Center, which holds many concerts year round. As a result, it is sometimes necessary for the Holmdel Police Department to investigate underage drinking incidents and file charges against those involved. Underage drinking offenses arising out of Holmdel, New Jersey are generally handled in the Holmdel Municipal Court. The court is located at 4 Crawford's Corner Rd. The Honorable Mary E. Casey presides over the court and the court administrator is Mary Lou Donnelly.
Underage Drinking and Driving in New Jersey
Anyone under the age of 21 possessing a blood alcohol level of 0.01% or more, but less than 0.08% has violated New Jersey's underage drinking and driving laws.
Under N.J.S.A. § 39:4-50.14, a licensed driver who violates this law will lose his or her license for a period of 30 days or more. An unlicensed driver who violates this law will be prohibited from obtaining a driver's license for a period of 30 days or more from the date that person is eligible to obtain a license or the date of conviction, whichever is later. In addition, a violator must perform at least 15 days of community service and complete an alcohol education program.
Underage Possession or Consumption of Alcohol in New Jersey
Another underage drinking offense involves the consumption or possession of alcohol. Under N.J.S.A. §2C:33-15, anyone under the age of 21 who knowingly consumes alcohol is guilty of a disorderly persons offense.
Persons in violation of this New Jersey statute face fines of $500 or more, suspension or postponement of their driving privileges for a period of 6 months, and may be required to complete an alcohol education program.
If you have been charged with an underage drinking offense in Holmdel, it is important to consult with a New Jersey criminal defense lawyer. The law firm of Bramnick, Rodriguez, Mitterhoff, Grabas, & Woodruff regularly represent clients in Holmdel Municipal Court for underage drinking. Our criminal attorneys have had many years of experience handling such offenses. Casey Woodruff, Robert Rowbotham and Gary Grabas are former Prosecutors. Jon Bramnick is a Certified Civil Trial Lawyer with over 30 years of experience.
Free Consultation Available – Holmdel Underage Drinking Lawyer
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Our criminal defense lawyers are always available to answer any of your questions and concerns. If you would like to schedule a free initial consultation with one of our underage drinking lawyers, you can contact us at (908) 322-7000. We offer direct access to our attorneys 24 hours a day.
