NJ DUI/DWI Penalties

NJ DUI Lawyer

Alcohol related DUI with BAC with 0.10% 

License loss

Fines, fees & surcharges

Prison term

Community service, IDRC & Interlock

7 months – 1 year

$300–$500 fine
$230 IDRC* fee
$100 to drunk driving fund
$100 to AERF*
$1,000/year (for 3 years) surcharge
$75 to Neighborhood Services Fund

Up to 30 days

12–48 hours IDRC*
BAC 0.15% or greater: ignition interlock device during license suspension and 6 months – 1 year following restoration

Alcohol related DUI with BAC equal to or greater than 0.08% but less than 0.10% OR based on observational evidence with or without a particular BAC

License loss

Fines, fees & surcharges

Prison term

Community service, IDRC & Interlock

3 months

$250–$400 fine
$230 IDRC* fee
$100 to drunk driving fund
$100 to AERF*
$1,000/year (for 3 years) surcharge
$75 to Neighborhood Services Fund

Up to 30 days

12–48 hours IDRC*

Repeated DUI convictions

Offense

License loss

Fines, fees & surcharges

Prison term

Community service, IDRC & Interlock

2nd offense within 10 years*

2 years

$500–$1,000 fine
$280 IDRC* fee
$100 to drunk driving fund
$100 to AERF*
$1,000/year (for 3 years) surcharge
$75 to Neighborhood Services Fund

48 hours–
90 days

30 days CS
12–48 hours IDRC*
Ignition interlock device during license suspension and 1-3 years following restoration

3rd offense within 10 years of 2nd offense*

10 years

$1,000 fine
$280 IDRC* fee
$100 to drunk driving fund
$100 to AERF*
$1,500/year (for 3 years) surcharge
$75 to Neighborhood Services Fund

180 days

Up to 90 days CS (can reduce period of imprisonment)
12–48 hours IDRC*
Ignition interlock device during license suspension and 1-3 years following restoration

Related Alcohol Offenses


Driving or riding with an open container

OffenseFines  Community service
  1st  $200  –
  2nd  $250  10 days

Driving with a DUI suspension

License lossFines or surchargesPrison term
Additional
1–2 years
$500 fine
$250/year (for 3 years) surcharge
  10–90 days
  • In certain circumstances, driving while suspended for a DUI could be an indictable offense, punishable by 180-days in jail.

Driving while possessing drugs

License lossFines or surcharges
  2 years  Minimum $50 fine

How We Can Help

Regardless of the criminal charges you are facing, we are here to defend & protect you. Whether you are facing a restraining order, drug charge, theft charge, or aggravated assault charge, we are here to help you. Even a DWI case can really complicate your life.

If we can’t get your charges dismissed, we can either get them downgraded or place you in a diversionary program. The point is, our criminal defense lawyers will fight tirelessly to get you the best result possible. Take advantage of our free consultation to see how we can help.

Our Experience

You or a loved one have been arrested. Understandably, you are terrified & have a lot of questions. You’ve heard about plea bargains & probation, but the process is overwhelming. You want a local attorney near you to represent you.

Mr. Peyrouton is from Ridgewood & handles all types of criminal matters in New Jersey The New Jersey Law Journal recently published one of his articles on the subject of criminal law.

Our Practice Areas

Below you will find some but not all of our practice areas. Of course, if you do not see your criminal charges listed, feel free to contact us for a free consultation. We will meet with you to discuss your case & to answer all of your legal concerns. Se habla español tambien!

Areas We Serve

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How Do Your Free Consultations Work?

There are plenty of excellent criminal lawyers in the Hackensack area. Most, if not all of them, offer free, 20-minute, consultations. However, our free consultations do not have a time limit. You will never feel rushed.

The best way for us to help you is to patiently listen to your side of the story. Your version of events will serve as the basis for your legal defense. It is during these initial meetings that your memory of the event is fresh in your mind. Why we would rush you during such an important aspect of your case.

We understand that your choice of attorney could mean the difference between your freedom and spending years behind bars. 

When you hire an attorney, you are entering a long-term relationship. For this reason, it is important that you feel comfortable with the team of Hackensack criminal lawyers that will represent you.

What our clients say about us

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Peyrouton Law5.0
Based on 452 reviews
He is an amazing lawyer! Helped with a hit and run claim and took me out of a pickle. Definitely recommend. He speaks Spanish also!
maryam Jahangir
3 weeks ago
I got two tickets But thanks to Alan and His best Service, I managed not to get any points and it gets settled nicely. One of the best attorneys in area. ✅
Mario Savo
4 weeks ago
Thank you so much Alan! Alan was extraordinary in taking a sticky situation and using his legal skill and relationships to consolidate everything into a much more manageable and fair resolution!! He is friendly and fair and extremely straightforward!! Never got a stupid legal fee for him sending an email. He is fantastic! He is personally involved and has great patience and compassion!!! Thanks again Alan!!
Eugene Kong
4 weeks ago
Alan's expertise favored me ONCE AGAIN. I had almost 40+ parking tickets and my license kept getting suspended without notice. My greedy town loves to pass out parking tickets, probably knowing that this is ruining lives. Alan assured me that he would make half of my tickets disappear. Guess what? More than half were disposed of, thanks to Alan, of course! This man is THE attorney to call for help. He lays everything on the table and has not failed me yet. Go directly to Alan Peyrouten when you need legal help - PERIOD.
Truly Sin Tf
1 month ago
Truly a 5 star lawyer saved me not once but twice from frivolous firearm charges the mandatory minimum was 5 with an 85 I saw not one day behind the cell
Nyemma Rose
1 month ago
The best lawyer in the city hands down! He is very knowledgeable of the law, very responsive. You won’t be disappointed he fights for his clients and gets thee absolute best results!
Melvin Phillips
1 month ago
I cannot recommend Alen Peyrouton highly enough. From the very beginning, he was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to helping me achieve the best possible outcome. He took the time to explain every step of the process, kept me informed, and always made himself available to answer my questions. Thanks to Alen's expertise, preparation, and dedication, we were able to win my case. His confidence in the courtroom and attention to detail gave me peace of mind throughout the entire process. If you're looking for an attorney who truly cares about his clients and will fight for the best possible result, I highly recommend Alen Peyrouton. Thank you again for all of your hard work and support!
Taylor Gary
1 month ago
Alan is an amazing lawyer, he was informative, respectful and patient. I have never been in a situation like the one I found myself in. I had to find a lawyer immediately, while scrambling for legal representation I came across Alan and he has been a blessing ever since. In a month, Alan was able to get my case dropped which helped me keep my job. He made me feel at ease from our first interaction. If you need a lawyer who cares about you and your case he is your guy! Update (8/2/2026) We are incredibly grateful to **Alan Peyrouton** for everything he did for my husband. Alan was not only extremely knowledgeable and professional, but also incredibly dedicated, compassionate, and determined throughout the entire process. He truly went above and beyond to help my husband during one of the most difficult times in his life. Because of Alan’s hard work, guidance, and dedication, my husband was able to get his life and career back on track and look toward the future again. Alan didn’t just help us with a legal matter, he helped give my husband his life back. That is something our family will always be deeply grateful for. I wholeheartedly recommend Alan Peyrouton to anyone looking for a lawyer who genuinely cares about his clients, fights for them, and gives their case the attention and dedication it deserves. We will always be thankful for everything he did for our family.
Oscar Perrow
2 months ago
One of the biggest mistakes you can make when choosing an attorney would be NOT hiring Alan! He is absolutely great! Best part is that when you hire him, you get HIM! Very good experience with him and I couldn't not post a review here. He's the best!
melissa mcaleer
2 months ago
It was a great privilege to work with Mr. Peyrouton! He was very professional from the start and was easy to communicate with. He has a reasonable price for his work and knowledge. Recommend him 100%

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