NJ DUI/DWI Penalties

Attorney Alan G. Peyrouton

April 20, 2022

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

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

Driving with a DUI suspension

License loss	Fines or surcharges	Prison 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 loss	Fines 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 Hackensack criminal lawyers in our 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

Peyrouton Law

5.0

Based on 172 reviews

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D S

20:51 19 Sep 22

Absolutely Amazing Law Firm !! Very Thorough And And Doesn't Play Any Games .Thank You Again For all your help and Hard work Also Keeping my record Spotless !!!

Kayla Wilson-Raditch

19:45 24 Aug 22

Alan was amazing for my family member’s case. Highly recommended!

Jean-Carlo Delgado

14:21 17 Aug 22

Excellent lawyer! Responds immediately to any questions asked. My case was dismissed and I was able to keep my job, couldn't have asked for a better lawyer.

Laurie Rivera

17:35 02 Aug 22

Highly recommended! Got a family member that got in trouble and he was able to help him out.

jared giaimo

17:20 02 Aug 22

Very helpful, very professional. As far as lawyers go this was an easy and pleasant experience!

Thomas Farrell

09:55 02 Aug 22

Mr.Peyrounton was so helpful and very professional if anyone needs help I definitely recommend to go to Mr.peyrountonThank you very much

Anthony DiCataldo

23:29 01 Aug 22

I had some issues with a first time DUI and I made the right choice by hiring Alan to have my back. The legal system can be very overwhelming but Alan took me through everything step by step and made me feel very comfortable. Very professional and always available for me on the phone. Never missed a call.

Joe Bixel

22:27 01 Aug 22

I reached out to Alan to help a friend of mine after talking with other attorneys. I felt most comfortable with him. The situation was not the greatest but the overall out come favored my friend. I highly recommend reaching out to Alan. Gave my friend a second chance in life and things are working out well.

Jared Taylor

21:29 01 Aug 22

Best lawyer in North jersey helped a bunch thanks again bud

John Fescoe

20:53 01 Aug 22

Mr. Peyrouton is a man with brilliant insight into the law/justice system and and even better understanding on how to help people get through some of there scariest moments. I was facing multiple drug charges(all felony), and he never stopped fighting for me one second. His character and professionalism showed through both in court and in my personal interactions with him. I can honest say he saved me a lot of unnecessary heartache and worry and I would highly recommend his services to anyone in need. One could say he helped save my life. Thank you.