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New Jersey Drunk Driving Defense FAQs

• Q: What Are The Penalties For Dwi In New Jersey?
  A: For the first offense, fines range between $250.00 and $400.00. You must attend alcohol awareness classes at the Intoxicated Driver Resource Center (IDRC) for 12 to 48 … More
• Q: Can I Refuse To Take A Breath Test?
  A: No. By driving on the roads of New Jersey, according to statute, "Any person who operates a motor vehicle on any public road, street or highway or quasi­public … More
• Q: Are There Any Defenses To Refusing To Take A Breath Test?
  A: Depending on the circumstances of your case, there may be defenses.
• Q: Do The Same Penalties For Dwi Apply To Refusing To Take A Breath Test?
  A: They are similar. You will be fined between $250 and $500 for any offense. A first offense carries a six months license suspension. A second offense carries a two year … More
• Q: What If I Am Convicted Of Both Dwi And Refusing To Take The Test?
  A: What if I am convicted of both DWI and Refusing to take the test? You will be sentenced for both violations, and your suspensions and potential jail time will be … More
• Q: What Happens If I Am Convicted Of Dwi While Driving Within 1,000 Feet Of School Property, Including A School Crossing Zone?
  A: For a first offense, you will be fined from $500 to $800. You will be sentenced to jail for up to 60 days. Your driver's license will be suspended for a period of one … More
• Q: What Happens If I Am Convicted Of Refusing To Take The Breath Test And If I Was Driving Within 1,000 Feet Of School Property, Including A School Crossing Zone?
  A: You will be fined between $500 and $1,000. For a first offense, your license will be suspended for one year; four years for a second offense; and, 20 years for a third … More
• Q: What Happens If I Am On The Suspended Or Revoked List At The Time I Was Stopped For Dwi?
  A: Upon conviction you will be fined an additional $500; your license will be suspended for an additional period of one to two years; and you will be sentenced to jail … More
• Q: What Happens If I Am On The Suspended Or Revoked List At The Time I Was Stopped For Dwi Or Refusal And I Was Driving Within 1,000 Feet Of School Property, Including A School Crossing Zone?
  A: Your license will be suspended for an additional period of one to two years. That suspension will begin upon the completion of any prison sentence. You will be fined … More
• Q: If I Have A License In Another State, Do I Lose My Driving Privileges In My Home State Also?
  A: Not automatically.
• Q: Once I Have Served My Period Of Suspension, Do I Automatically Get My License Back?
  A: No. You must pay a restoration fee of $50.00 to the Division of Motor Vehicles.