New Jersey DWI Lawyer
Alcohol related charges can have devastating effects on the personal and professional lives of accused individuals. One charge that can result in particularly distressing legal penalties is driving while intoxicated. The state of New Jersey has strict laws in place regarding drinking and driving, and a conviction can have irreversible effects on an accused individual.
If you or someone you love has been accused of driving while intoxicated, you need an experienced and aggressive DWI defense attorney to help you fight these charges. The New Jersey DWI defense lawyers at the Law Office of Jason A. Volet, LLC, have years of experience helping people who are facing alcohol related charges, and we are prepared to help you defend your rights and freedoms. Contact us at 732-503-8968 for more information about our services and the many ways we can help you.
DWI Penalties
New Jersey has varying penalties for each time a person is charged with and convicted of driving while intoxicated:
- First Offense- An individual convicted of operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) between .08 and .10% may face penalties including fines ranging from $250 to $400, 12 to 48 hours in jail, and a three month suspension of their license. If the person’s blood alcohol content is over .10% or if they are under the influence of illegal drugs, the penalties may be increased to fines ranging from $300 to $500, 12 to 48 hours in jail, and a license suspension of seven months to a year.
- Second Offense- A second conviction may result in fines ranging from $500 to $1,000, up to 30 days of community service, two to 90 days in jail, a two year suspension of their license, and the installation of an ignition interlock device.
- Third Offense- Anyone convicted of DWI for a third time, or any offenses after the third, may face penalties such as $1,000 in fines, a minimum of 180 days in prison, a maximum of 90 days of community service, installation of an ignition interlock device, and license suspension for up to 10 years.
These penalties can have absolutely devastating effects on your personal and professional life, and as such, if you have been charged with DWI, you need to do everything you can to avoid a conviction.
Contact Us
No matter what type of accusations you are facing, there are ways you can take action against the charges and fight to defend your rights and your good name. For the legal assistance you need if you are facing DWI charges, contact the New Jersey DWI defense attorneys at the Law Office of Jason A. Volet, LLC, by calling 732-503-8968 and discuss your case with a knowledgeable lawyer today.
