Salem County, New Jersey DWI Attorney

Were you arrested for DUI in Salem County, New Jersey?

Pursuant to New Jersey law, when you have been cited for violating the DWI (driving while impaired) statute, the state imposes penalties based on your BAC (blood-alcohol concentration). New Jersey uses a 2-tier system to impose DWI charges upon an offender:

• 1. blood alcohol content (BAC) between 0.08% and 0.10%
• 2. blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.10% or greater

Being arrested for DWI is a serious offense that can have serious repercussions, including jail time, loss of driving privileges, and monetary fines. It is very important that anyone facing an DWI (DWI) charge understand what challenges they will encounter. Finding the legal advice of an assertive and skilled DWI attorney will help you understand all of your options and rights.

DWI Penalties for First Time Offenders with a BAC Between 0.08% and 0.10%

• Driving Privileges - A DWI conviction in Salem County, New Jersey results in the loss of driving privileges in New Jersey for 3 months.
• Additional Penalties - The first time offender must attend an Intoxicated Driver Resource Center for a minimum of 6 hours a day for 2 consecutive days.
• Jail Time - A first time DUI offender in Salem County, New Jersey will face up to 30 days jail time.
• Monetary Fine - The fine for a first time DUI in Salem County, New Jersey is from $250 to $400.

DWI Penalties for First Time Offenders with a BAC of 0.10% or Higher

• Jail Time - A first time DUI offender in Salem County, New Jersey will face up to thirty days time in jail.
• Additional Penalties - The first time offender must attend an Intoxicated Driver Resource Center for a minimum of 6 hours a day for 2 consecutive days.
• Time in Jail - A first time DWI offender will face up to two months jail time.
• Driving Privileges - A DWI conviction in Salem County, New Jersey results in the suspension of driving privileges for 7 months, up to 1 year.
• Chemical Test Refusal - Refusing to submit to a test when requested by law enforcement will result in the suspension of driving privileges for 6 months and a fine of $250.00, up to $500.00.

Failure to pay DWI Surcharges

Surcharges are fines assessed by the Motor Vehicle Commission in New Jersey on an annual basis for drivers who have earned excessive points or committed a specific violation such as DWI (driving while impaired). Surcharges are in addition to any court fines or penalties you may be facing.

• Can result in the indefinite suspension of New Jersey driving privileges
• Can result in an action filed in State Superior Court by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. This may include securing a lien against your property, garnishing your wages or other actions.

Intoxicated Driver Program - New Jersey

In New Jersey, any person convicted of an alcohol related traffic offense must participate in a program at a New Jersey Intoxicated Driving Resource Center (also known as the IDRC.) Satisfactory participation in IDRC is a step toward restoring your driver's license in New Jersey. Failure to comply will result in further loss of your driving privileges in New Jersey and possible jail time.

• DWI / DUI offenders attend required Alcohol and Highway Safety Education classes
• There is an IDRC in each county for first and third-time DWI (driving while impaired) offenders and three regional centers for second-time DWI offenders
• IDRC evaluates each offender for an alcohol or drug problem and will determine any need for treatment. If treatment is needed, the center refers the offender to an appropriate provider for a 16-week minimum treatment.
• IDRC monitors all compliance and reports any noncompliance to the courts and the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission.
• The DWI offender may supplement (but not replace) the treatment with attendance at a self-help group