No, it's considered a first offense DWI

No, it is a violation of the New Jersey traffic code. However, it does carry heavy penalties icluding thousands of dollars in fines and MVC surcharges, loss of your driving privileges for up to a year, possible community service, possible jail time, and mandatory traffic school. If you are charged with DWI I would urge you to consult with a lawyer. Please contact me if you would like to discuss your case in more detail. I never charge for simply talking to a person about their case. Thank you.

Sincerely yours, -Ronald Aronds, Esq.- 908-272-0111

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In New jersey a D W I is not a criminal offense. it is considered what is known as a Quasi Criminal Offense under the New Jersey traffic code. It is still very serious and carries very serious consequences. depending on the facts, you could be looking at a loss of your driving privleges between 7 to 12 months, up to 2 years if it occurred in a school zone. The fines are high, the judge could based his or her discretion sentence someone to up to 30 days in jail (60 if in a school zone), but facing jail time on a first offense is rare. There is also possible community service and you must attend classes at a program known as the IDRC. There are potential defenses depending on the circumstances. If you took an alco test and the reading is only between .08 and .10 the suspension is three months. again what you face depends on the facts. There are other serious consequences like being assessed a $1,000.00 a year surcharge for the next three years from the DMV, insurance points. It is serious enough that it would pay to get a lawyer. i would be happy to talk to you about it more at length if you like, I never charge a fee for just speaking to someone. (201)-894-9498