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Civil Penalties for a DUI in New Jersey

By Lependorf & Silverstein

A DUI is a serious offense in the state of New Jersey that carries a number of penalties with it. Fines, possible jail time, community service, license suspension and the mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device are all consequences that you face if you?re cited for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Depending on whether it?s your first or a subsequent offense, the amount of time and money you?ll spend with each penalty will vary. When you choose to drink and drive, you run the risk of injuring another person or their property. In the event that a person is injured or killed because you made a bad decision, you could be held responsible for their medical bills, pain and suffering, property damage and other expenses...continue to full post

Full post as published by New Jersey Criminal Defense Blog on September 22, 2010 (boomark / email).