New Jersey Drunk Driving Defense Attorney
If you or a family member has been arrested for DUI, you should seek the counsel of a knowledgeable lawyer immediately. There are severe consequences, including fines, license suspensions, increases in insurance premiums and possible jail time. An experienced New Jersey DWI/DUI attorney can explain your options and fight to protect your rights.
There are several factors that can serve to enhance a drunk driving offense, including:
- An accident, property damage or injury
- Excessive speeding
- Underage drinking
- Being caught in a school zone
Many states, including New York, offer a conditional or restrictive license to allow a driver to get to and from work if recreational driving privileges have been suspended. New Jersey does not have that opportunity. With each successive offense, the penalties get more and more severe for DUI and DWI.
First Offense
- Six-month to one-year driving privilege suspension
- $250-$400 fine
- 12-48 hours at the Intoxicated Driver Resource Center
- Maximum 30 days imprisonment
Second Offense
- Two-year driving privilege suspension
- $500-$1000 fine
- 30 days community service
- 12-48 hours at the Intoxicated Driver Resource Center
- 48-90 days imprisonment
Third Offense
- 10-year driving privilege suspension
- $1000 fine
- 90 days minimum community service
- 12-48 hours at the Intoxicated Driver Resource Center
- 180 days imprisonment
An out-of-state DWI charge counts as a predicate. For example, if a driver has an offense in New York, an offense in New Jersey would count as the second offense. It is important to contact a skilled lawyer immediately to challenge your offense and protect your driving privileges.
Contact Our Firm
If you need help or have concerns regarding DUI or DWI charges, contact The Law Offices of Martin A. Kron by calling 201-934-8344 or completing the contact form on this website. We offer a free initial consultation, and we charge reasonable fees for our services. We help residents of Bergen County, and communities throughout New Jersey.
