New Jersey DWI Defense Attorney ● Bergen and Hudson Counties
Advising Clients of Their Rights After a DWI Arrest
If you have been stopped and arrested on suspicion of drunk driving, it is essential that you have an experienced lawyer. Without an attorney, your rights may not be fully protected and you may not be able to effectively represent yourself in court.
Clients who have been charged with DWI (driving while intoxicated) or DUI (driving under the influence) turn to me, attorney Bart John Gelormino. With years of experience handling a range of criminal defense matters, I aggressively examine all elements of my clients' DWI arrest and advise them of how best to proceed. I can explain the consequences and how we may be able to have charges against you minimized or even possibly dismissed.
For drunk driving defense advice you can understand and trust,
call 201-488-6996 or 201-758-1776 or contact me online.
First Offense Conviction
The court may offer leniency to a first offender, however, the sentences commonly applied to offenders upon their first DWI (drunk driving) conviction:
- Up to 30 days in jail
- $250-$400 fines ($300-$500 if your BAC is .10 or above)
- 3 months driver's license suspension (7 months-1 year if your BAC is .10 or higher)
- $525 minimum other DWI fees
- $1,000 for 3 years as an auto insurance surcharge
- Attend an intoxicated driver resource center for education for 2 days/6 hours a day
Second Offense Conviction
In New Jersey, like most of the rest of the country, the penalties for a second offense drunk driving conviction escalate drastically:
- Up to 90 days in jail
- $500-$1000 fines
- 2 years driver's license suspension
- $525 minimum other DWI fees
- $1,000 for 3 years as an auto insurance surcharge
- 30 days of community service
The following fees are applied in all drunk driving convictions:
- Surcharge for the drunk driving enforcement fund - $100
- Motor Vehicle Restoration fee - $100
- Violent Crimes Compensation fee - $100
- Intoxicated Driver Program Fee - $100
- State and Municipality fee - $100
Also, it is important to note that the court may order you to have an ignition interlock device installed on your vehicle. This would be done at your own expense once the suspension of your driver's license has ended.
Contact Me Today
Trust your DWI case to me and my experience. I can help you defend your rights and minimize the consequences that you may be facing. Call me or e-mail me to schedule a free telephone consultation. I am available for representation throughout the northern New Jersey area.
Bart John Gelormino, Attorney at Law
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