New Jersey DUI Laws

Updated: Jul 5, 2021

Did you receive a DUI in the State of New Jersey? If your answer is “yes,” then let us help you. We can provide you with the information you need to learn more about your situation—including consequences and remedies of a DUI in The Garden State.

The Law

New Jersey DUI/DWI law states that it is unlawful for any person to operate or be in physical control of a motorized vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, intoxicants, if he or she a blood alcohol concentration level of .08% or greater.

The Penalties

For a first offense, the penalties depend on the BAC level. if an offender’s BAC is 0.08 percent or higher, but less than 0.10 percent, or if an offender permits another person with a BAC over 0.08 percent, but less than 0.10 percent to operate a motor vehicle, the penalties are:

• A fine of $250-$400
• Imprisonment for up to 30 days
• Driver’s license forfeiture until ignition interlock installed. Interlock required for 3 months.
• A minimum of six hours a day for two consecutive days in an Intoxicated Driver Resource Center
• An automobile insurance surcharge of $1,000 a year for 3 years.

If the offender’s BAC is 0.10 percent but less than 0.15 percent, or permits another person with a BAC of 0.10 percent but less than 0.15 percent to operate a motor vehicle, the penalties are:

• A fine of $300-$500
• Imprisonment for up to 30 days
• Driver’s license forfeiture until ignition interlock installed. Interlock required for 7 months to one (1) year.
• A minimum of six hours a day for two consecutive days in an Intoxicated Driver Resource Center
• An automobile insurance surcharge of $1,000 a year for 3 years

Offenders with a BAC of 0.15 percent or higher must install an ignition interlock device in one vehicle they principally operate during the license suspension period of 4 to 6 months and for a period of 9 months to 15 months after license restoration

Out-of-State Clients

If you are not a resident of New Jersey and have been convicted of a DUI or DUI-related offense within the State of New Jersey, there are special requirements for out of state residents. In general most people can take an out of state licensed DUI program (such as our program), but you must fulfill a set of requirements.

The Solution

NJ DUI/DWI laws mandate special insurance for those that have been convicted. This coverage is handled by obtaining and filing an SR22. This is a must to have your license reinstated. You are going to have to maintain this for at least three years, so make the right choice and go with a licensed insurance provider.

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