What to Know About Commercial License DWIs in New Jersey

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Commercial License DWIs in New Jersey

Some people drive as their careers. If this is the case, you likely have a commercial license (CDL). If you have a commercial license and you are charged with a DWI, you can lose your license. This can be career-ending. As a result, it is important to know the consequences of a DWI and what to do if you are facing charges in New Jersey.

Commercial License DWI- First Offense

If you are a commercial driver, a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .04% can mean receiving a DWI charge. New Jersey courts take DWI charges extremely seriously. For a first-offense CDL DWI charge, you may face the following consequences:

  • A 3-month standard license suspension
  • 1-year CDL license suspension
  • Between $250-$400 in fines
  • Between 12-48 hours at an intoxicated driver resource center
  • Up to 30 days of incarceration

Commercial License DWI- First Offense High BAC

BAC plays a big role in the severity of your punishment; if this is your first DWI with a CDL, but you have a BAC over .10%, you will face even harsher penalties, including:

  • A driver’s license suspension between 7 months to 1 year
  • A 1-year CDL license suspension
  • Between $300-$500 in fines
  • Between 12-48 hours at an intoxicated driver resource center
  • Up to 30 days of incarceration

Commercial License DWI- Second Offense

If this is your second DWI with a CDL, you risk losing your commercial license forever. For a second-offense DWI with a CDL in New Jersey, you will face the following consequences:

  • A 2-year driver’s license suspension
  • Between $500-$1,000 in fines
  • Between 12-48 hours at an intoxicated driver resource center
  • Between 48 hours-90 days in jail
  • 30 days of mandatory community service

If you are facing charges for a DWI in New Jersey, you will need the help of an experienced traffic violations attorney. Reach out to our firm today to discuss your case. We are here to advocate for you and explore all possible avenues of defense.

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