DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED

A DWI conviction, or conviction for refusal to take an alcohol test, is a serious offense in New Jersey, involving fines, penalties, surcharges, mandatory loss of license and even, in some cases, jail time.

If the blood alcohol level is between .08 and .10, the license suspension is 3 months; over .10 it is 7 months for a first offense. A second offense results in a two-year suspension with up to 90 days in jail, and a third offense results in a 10-year suspension with up to 6 months in jail. For subsequent offenses, you may also be required to install an ignition lock in your vehicle that will test your breath before driving.

There is no such thing as a limited driving license in New Jersey – not even for driving to work. It is important to have the advice of an attorney when facing such serious consequences.

Click on this link for all DWI fines, surcharges and penalties.