DWI’s are perhaps the worst charge a motorist can have on his or her record. To make matters even worse, if you are a commercial driver, not only are your driving privileges at stake, but your livelihood is in jeopardy as well. We believe in second chances, though New Jersey courts do not always. If you made a mistake and are now seeking an attorney who will have your back, look no further. Please read on and hire one of our aggressive attorneys who will fight for your right to drive, tooth-and-nail. Here are some of the questions you may have:
What is the legal BAC for CDL drivers?
If you are a commercial driver and are pulled over with a BAC of .04% or higher, you will be issued a DWI. You may notice that this is even lower than the standard .08%. The state of New Jersey holds commercial drivers to even higher standards than average motorists because they often operate far larger automobiles, and are carrying several passengers as well. If you are charged with a first-offense DWI with a CDL in New Jersey, here are some of the consequences you may face:
- Fines of $250-$400
- 12-48 hours at an intoxicated driver resource center (IDRC)
- Up to 30 days in jail
- 3-month driver’s license suspension
- 1 year CDL license suspension
What are the consequences for a first-offense DWI with a CDL and a BAC over .10%?
If you are pulled over with a BAC over .10%, the courts will not care that this is your first offense. They will treat you even harsher than standard first-offense CDL DWI cases. Here are the penalties you may face:
- Fines of $300-$500
- 12-48 hours at an intoxicated driver resource center (IDRC)
- Up to 30 days in jail
- 7 months-1 year driver’s license suspension
- 1 year CDL license suspension
How long do you lose your license for a second DWI with a CDL?
If this is your second CDL, you are at risk of losing your commercial license for life. In addition, you will face the following penalties, which is why you must not wait–hire a skillful attorney who will fight to have your charges mitigated, or, in some cases, altogether dropped.
- 2-year standard driver’s license suspension
- Fines of $500-$1,000
- 12-48 hours at an intoxicated driver resource center (IDRC)
- 48 hours-90 days in jail
- 30 days of community service
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