First Offense DWI : Essex County New Jersey

Penalties Upon Conviction For First Offense DWI in NJ

The possible consequences for a first conviction for Driving While Intoxicated in NJ vary depending on the nature of the offense. The following is a guide to help those charged with DWI better understand the possible consequences. Remember that every DWI offense is fact specific and a DWI lawyer should be contacted to discuss the specifics of the case.

NJSA 39:4-50 DWI> BAC .08% or more but less than .10% or operating under the influence alcohol

• Fine between $250-400
• Possible jail time of up to 30 days
• DL revoke/suspend of 3 months
• Other $ penalties> VCCB $50, DDEF $100, SNSF $75, NJSA 39:4-50(i) $100
• Court may order participation in supervised visitation program as a condition of probation
• No community service for first offense
• Intoxicated Driver’s Resource Center 12 to 48, satisfy the screening and referral requirements, to be completed on 2 consecutive days of at least. If these requirements are not met, 2 day mandatory jail sentence and no reinstatement of privileges until requirements met.
• May order the installation of Ignition interlock device
• Motor Vehicle Surcharges of $1000 per year for three consecutive years.
• 9 insurance eligibility points

NJSA 39:4-50 DWI> BAC .10% or drugs at any intoxicating level

• Fine between $300 and $500
• Jail sentence not to exceed 30 days
• Suspend license not less than 7 months not more than 1 year
• Other $ penalties: See above
• Other non $ penalties: See Above

If you have been arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated in New Jersey and have questions about your case, call for a free consultation. Don’t believe for a second that you can’t win your case. The state must prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, and the best DWI lawyers make sure they hold the state to this burden.

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