Repeat DWI Offenders in New Jersey
Getting arrested for driving while intoxicated in New Jersey is very serious and should not be taken lightly. Law enforcement efforts in New Jersey focus heavily on holding drunk drivers accountable for their actions. Of course, when someone does get a DWI, they hope that it never happens again. Unfortunately, repeat offenders of driving while intoxicated are rampant throughout New Jersey and will continue to face significant penalties. With each passing offense, the penalties become more and more serious.
The penalties for a second offense DWI in New Jersey are as follows:
- 2-year loss of license
- A fine of $500-$1000
- Up to 90 days in jail
- 12-48 hours in the IDRC with applicable fees
- Interlock Device during license suspension and 1-3 years following
- $100 to AERF
- $100 to the Drunk Driving Fund
- 3-year surcharge of $1000 per year
- $75 to the Neighborhood Services Fund
- Up to 30 days of community service
A third DWI offense will result in greater consequences, including:
- 10-year loss of license
- A fine of $1000
- Up to 180 days in jail
- 12-48 hours in the IDRC with applicable fees
- Ignition Interlock Device during license suspension and 1-3 years following the restoration
- $100 to AERF
- $100 to the Drunk Driving Fund
- 3-year surcharge of $1000 per year
- $75 to the Neighborhood Services Fund
- Up to 90 days of community service
If you have been charged with a DWI, whether it is your first or you have many on your driving record, contact our firm today.
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