DUI in New Jersey — Ignition interlock device

If your license was suspended because of a DUI offense, the court may require you to get an ignition interlock device to fully restore your driving privileges. This device is attached to your vehicle with a built-in Breathalyzer and prevents the vehicle from starting if your BAC exceeds 0.05%.

• First DUI offense: Installation of interlock device for six months to one year upon restoration (judge’s discretion); BAC 0.15% or greater requires mandatory installation of ignition interlock device during license suspension and for 6 months to 1 year following restoration
• Second DUI offense: Mandatory installation of interlock device during license suspension and for 1 to 3 years following restoration
• Third DUI offense: Mandatory installation of interlock device during license suspension and for 1 to 3 years following restoration

If the court sentences you to get an interlock device, you will receive a notice of suspension from MVC with instructions on how to obtain the device.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Failure to have an ignition interlock installed when ordered by a judge could result in an additional one year driving privilege suspension.

If you’ve been charged with a DUI in New Jersey, contact the DUI attorneys at Garces & Grabler, P.C.

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