Criminalizes fourth or subsequent drunk driving offenses.
This bill makes a fourth or subsequent drunk driving conviction a third-degree crime in New Jersey, punishable by up to 5 years in prison and a $15,000 fine, while imposing a 10-year driver's license suspension. If the offense occurs near schools - within 1,000 feet of school property, in a designated school crossing, or when juveniles are present - the suspension increases to 20 years. Offenders must also complete alcohol education programs, pay a $100 fee to support DUI services, and satisfy court-mandated requirements to avoid additional jail time. The law takes effect immediately and applies to offenses committed on or after that date.
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Jan 2024
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
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Jim Holzapfel
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