Cherry Hill NJ First Offense DWI Lawyer
DUI Defense Attorney in Camden County, New Jersey
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) offenses in New Jersey are very serious, even if it is a first offense. A DWI conviction can have significant consequences that can impact several aspects of your life including educational and employment opportunities. If you have been charged with a DWI, you should speak with an experienced attorney as soon as possible to help you navigate the legal process and get you the most desirable result in your case.
The attorneys at the Law Offices of Leonard Biddison have had tremendous success handling countless DWI cases for years in Camden County including Cherry Hill, Gloucester City, and Winslow Township. In fact, one of our attorneys, is one of only a few lawyers in the state who is certified to operate the DWI Alcotest 7110. This means he understands the details of the device, how it works, and whether there are any defects with it’s functioning. If you have been charged with a DWI, having an attorney who knows how to get the best result in your case is imperative. Call the Law Offices of Leonard Biddison at 877-450-8301 anytime for a free initial consultation.
New Jersey First Offense DWI Statute: N.J.S.A. 39:4-50
A first offense DWI is codified under N.J.S.A. 39:4-50 in New Jersey. It states:
First offense with blood-alcohol content (BAC) between .08% and .10% or the person operates a motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicating liquor, or the person permits another person who is under the influence of intoxicating liquor to operate a motor vehicle owned by him or in his custody or control or permits another person with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher but less than 0.10% to operate a motor vehicle
- 3 month license suspension
- Maximum 30 days in jail
- Fine between $250 and $400
- Intoxicated Driver Resource Center (IDRC) for 12 to 48 hours
- NJ Motor Vehicle Commission Surcharge of $1,000 for three years
- Other mandatory fines
- Mark on criminal record
First offense with BAC of 10% or higher, or the person operates a motor vehicle while under the influence of narcotic, hallucinogenic or habit-producing drug, or the person permits another person who is under the influence of narcotic, hallucinogenic or habit-producing drug to operate a motor vehicle owned by him or in his custody or control, or permits another person with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.10% or more to operate a motor vehicle
- 7 months to 1 year license suspension
- Maximum 30 days in jail
- Fine between $300 and $500
- 12-48 hours in the IDRC
- NJ Motor Vehicle Commission Surcharge of $1,000 for three years
- Other mandatory fines
- Mark on criminal record
First offense with BAC of .15% or more
- Ignition interlock device for period of suspension and six months after suspension
Note: Our firm utilizes a former State trooper who is certified in field sobriety testing and is a certified operator of the Alcotest 7110, the breath testing device used in New Jersey DWI cases. He reviews the evidence, police reports, and videos and will draft a report to challenge the State’s evidence in your case.
Contact a Camden NJ DWI Lawyer for a Free Consultation
The criminal defense attorneys at the Law Offices of Leonard Biddison are always available to speak with you about your case and begin to formulate an aggressive strategy to defend you against a DWI charge. Our criminal defense team understands the details of DWI law in New Jersey and we will use this knowledge to help you best defend against these charges. Call us today at 877-450-8301 for a free initial consultation about your case.
