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DUI Attorneys Serving Gloucester County, NJ

Since 1978, families and individuals across Gloucester and Camden Counties have turned to us not just for results—but for guidance, understanding, and strong legal advocacy. We’re not a flashy TV law firm. We’re your neighbors, your advocates, and your trusted partners in the moments that matter most.

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DUI & DWI Defense in Gloucester County

The Gloucester County DUI attorneys at Puff, Sierzega & MacFeeters represent New Jersey DWI and DUI offenses occurring in and around Gloucester County.

New Jersey’s penalties for Driving While Intoxicated (“DWI”) and Driving Under the Influence (“DUI”) are among the toughest in the country. If you are charged and found guilty of drunk driving, you will face hefty penalties, potential imprisonment, and loss of driving privileges. Anyone arrested on DWI or DUI charges, whether an in-state or out-of-state driver, should consult with experienced DUI lawyers to defend and respond to the serious charges.

Gloucester County DUI and DWI Charges

In New Jersey, you are legally intoxicated if your blood alcohol level (“BAC”) is 0.08% or greater. For minor drivers under the age of 21, you are legally drunk if your BAC is 0.01% or greater.

In addition to the Alcotest (formerly known as a Breathalyzer Test), police may also use Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFST) to determine your intoxication. When this happens, police administer sobriety tests at the time of the traffic stop, and they will base your test results on the opinion of the arresting officer.

In New Jersey, if the police arrest you for a DWI or DUI, you must supply a breath sample. New Jersey has a consent test, known as “implied consent.” The state establishes implied consent when it issues you a driver’s license in New Jersey. If you refuse to supply a breath sample, it is possible the police can detain you and bring you to a local hospital, where the staff may draw your blood. A refusal may result in the same loss of driving privileges and penalties as a DWI or DUI offense.

Consequences of a Gloucester County DUI or DWI Conviction in New Jersey

A conviction for DWI or DUI will result in a mandatory driver’s license suspension. The duration of license suspension, in addition to corresponding charges, will depend on the circumstances of the arrest, including but not limited to the person’s driving history and their blood alcohol content (“BAC”) reading.

It is essential to understand that New Jersey does not consider a DWI or DUI conviction a criminal offense under state law. Instead of a criminal offense, a DWI or DUI is classified as a motor vehicle violation. Regardless of the classification, a DWI or DUI arrest is a serious charge.

DWI and DUI Penalties in New Jersey

Penalties for DWI or DUI convictions in New Jersey vary depending on several factors, including but not limited to the person’s BAC, number of previous DWI or DUI offenses, and driving history.

Refusal to Submit to Breathalyzer in New Jersey

Refusing to submit to an Alcotest for a DWI or DUI results in penalties as severe as failing the test. N.J.S.A. § 39:4-50.2 provides additional information for New Jersey’s State Statute on refusing to take a breathalyzer test. Refusing to take the test will result in a suspension of your license. That is in addition to any penalties you may receive from a DWI or DUI conviction.

10-Year “Lookback” Period

New Jersey follows a 10-year “lookback” period. This is a “washout” period for determining whether a DWI or DUI conviction is a first, second, or third offense. A DWI or DUI conviction will remain on your record for a period of ten years.

For example, say your first conviction was over ten years ago, and you were convicted of a DWI or DUI. In this case, you would only be sentenced as a first offender. On the other hand, if your first conviction was less than ten years from the date of the charge, the county could sentence you as a second offender, which is subject to more severe penalties and charges.

Failure to Pay DWI or DUI Charges Penalties

In New Jersey, failure to pay DWI or DUI surcharges will result in two consequences. First, your driving privileges will be suspended indefinitely. Secondly, the Motor Vehicle Commission (“MVC”) will file an action in State Superior Court. The consequences of this lawsuit may include the State securing a lien against your property. They can also garnish your wages or use similar remedies.

Contact Our Gloucester County DUI Attorneys

DWI and DUI charges are serious and have long-term ramifications for an individual, his/her work, and his/her family. A conviction for a DWI or DUI while in New Jersey will result in the suspension of one’s driver’s license. Unlike some other states, New Jersey does not issue “work permits” or “hardship licenses” in cases involving DWI or DUI convictions.

Potential DUI penalties range from loss of a driver’s license for a few months to ten years. It can include fines in thousands of dollars. Every driver charged with a DWI or DUI should seek Gloucester County DUI attorneys to respond to the charges.

Schedule a consultation with a DWI and DUI Defense Attorney today. Call (856) 845-0011 today or contact us online.