Ignition Interlock Rules in New Jersey

First Offense in New Jersey

yes for every first offense: 3 months (0.08 to under 0.10), 7 months to 1 year (0.10 to under 0.15), 9 to 15 months after a 4- to 6-month forfeiture (0.15 or higher, or drugs)

Official source: first offense (New Jersey)

Repeat Offenses in New Jersey

during the forfeiture and for 2 to 4 years after the license is returned

Official source: repeat offenses (New Jersey)

How the Program Works in New Jersey

devices must be installed in New Jersey by an MVC-licensed installer; driving without a court-ordered interlock can bring denial of restoration and an extra 1-year suspension (MVC)

Official source: how the program works (New Jersey)

More on DWI Law in New Jersey

See the full overview of DWI laws in New Jersey and read about how ignition interlock programs work.

• New Jersey DWI Penalties: First, Second and Third Offense
• Refusing a Breath or Blood Test in New Jersey

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