Thanksgiving Weekend Among Most Popular for DWIs
With Thanksgiving weekend right around the corner, you should bear in mind that police will be out looking for impaired drivers. If you plan on celebrating the holiday, you should also plan on either spending the night or having someone sober take you home. Do not risk it. However, if you have been caught driving under the influence this Thanksgiving weekend, here are some of the questions you may have:
What happens if I get a DWI in New Jersey?
Despite the fact that New Jersey has recently updated its DWI laws for first-time offenders, you will still face very serious penalties if convicted. They are as follows:
- The mandatory installation of the ignition interlock device at your own cost for 3-6 months
- A 30-day license forfeiture
- A $250-$500 fine
- Up to 48 hours at the Intoxicated Driver Resource Center
- Up to 30 days of incarceration
What are the consequences of a second DWI conviction in New Jersey?
If this is your second DWI, you cannot wait to hire an attorney. You may face the following penalties:
- Up to 90 days incarceration
- A 2-year license forfeiture
- Up to 48 hours in the Intoxicated Driver Resource Center
- A $500-$1000 fine
- A $100 Alcohol Education and Rehabilitation Fund Fee
- A $1000 yearly surcharge for 3 years
- A $100 Drunk Driving Fund fee
- A $75 Neighborhood Services Fund fee
Will I lose my license forever if I get a third DWI?
If this is your third or subsequent offense, you risk losing your license indefinitely, and you may also face very heavy fines, and a good amount of jail time. Here are the consequences of a third or subsequent DWI in New Jersey:
- Up to 180 days of incarceration
- A 10-year license forfeiture
- A $100 Drunk Driving Fund fee
- A $75 Neighborhood Services Fund fee
- A $100 Alcohol Education and Rehabilitation Fund Fee
- Up to 48 hours in the Intoxicated Driver Resource Center
- A $1500 yearly surcharge for 3 years
- A $1000 fine
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