To get an interlock license in New Jersey, follow the steps in our guide. If you need assistance during the process, call a State Expert with LifeSafer at 800-634-3077.
1 . Obtain Notice Of Suspension
If the NJ court orders you to install an interlock device, you will receive a notice of suspension from the MVC with instructions on how to obtain the device.
Any person convicted of alcohol and/or drug-related traffic/driving offense, if court-ordered, must participate in a program at an Intoxicated Driver Resource Center (IDRC).
Information on New Jersey DWI and Ignition Interlock Laws
Administrative
In New Jersey, anyone driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or greater is considered to be DUI. However, a judge may order an ignition interlock device (IID) for anyone arrested driving with a BAC of .08 or over.
Every situation and state is unique, please consult with your attorney or your state licensing authority to confirm your requirements and obligations.
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Judicial
First-time DUI offenders in New Jersey whose BAC is .15 or higher, as well as offenders who refuse to submit to an alcohol test, must install an IID in their vehicles during license suspension and for six months to one year following license restoration. Repeat offenders must have an interlock installed during license suspension and for a period of one to three years after license restoration.
When you are convicted of a DUI, you must immediately turn your license over to the court. New Jersey does not have a temporary or work license option and you may not drive while your license is suspended. For the duration of the interlock period, you may not drive any vehicle other than one in which an IID has been installed. Failure to have an ignition interlock installed when ordered could result in an additional one-year driving privilege suspension. If you’re convicted of a DUI you will be required to be complete an Intoxicated Driver Program (IDP) at an Intoxicated Driving Resource Center (IDRC).
How much does an ignition interlock cost in New Jersey?
An ignition interlock (IID) is about $3 per day on average in New Jersey, but what you are paying for goes beyond the device. LifeSafer IIDs are tested and calibrated for accuracy before ever going out the door.
Our customer service and reporting specialists are also part of LifeSafer’s value to our customers. Your New Jersey installation center is constantly updating its training and calibration service so your program runs smoothly and we can install an interlock on any vehicle. There is a lot riding on your device working properly and LifeSafer invests in accuracy and ease of use.
Convenient LifeSafer interlock installers throughout New Jersey
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