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New Jersey DWI Laws




New Jersey DWI Laws: Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Limits and Implied Consent

"Per Se" BAC Limit0.08 Percent
Zero Tolerance (Underage) BAC Limit0.02 Percent
Enhanced Penalty (Aggravated) BAC Limit0.10 Percent
Implied Consent to Submit to BAC Test?Yes

New Jersey DWI Laws: Select Penalties

Minimum License Suspension or Revocation (1st, 2nd, 3rd offense)3 months/ 2 years/ 10 years
Mandatory Alcohol Education, Assessment and TreatmentBoth
Vehicle Confiscation Possible?Temporary impoundment following arrest
Ignition Interlock Device Possible?Yes (discretionary for first-time offenders; mandatory for high BAC and repeat offenders)

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