New Jersey DWI Costs (2026)
State-specific DWI cost calculators, law summaries, and guides for New Jersey.
Calculate your New Jersey DWI costOn our estimates, a typical first-offense DWI in New Jersey costs about $14,795, the 37th highest of the 50 states (median of our state estimates: $17,615). Use the calculators below for your own situation.
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How much does a DWI cost in New Jersey?
Add up the fine ($250-$500), attorney fees (our estimate: $2,500-$7,500), insurance, ignition interlock, education, reinstatement and time off work, and our calculator puts a typical first-offense DWI in New Jersey at about $14,795, within a range of $9,349 to $20,728, using its default answers. Use the calculator for an estimate based on your own situation.
What is the legal DWI term in New Jersey?
New Jersey uses the term "DWI" for impaired driving offenses. The legal BAC limit is 0.08% for adults, with enhanced penalties at 0.15% BAC.
How long is your license suspended for a first DWI in New Jersey?
A first-offense DWI in New Jersey carries no license suspension, and a second offense carries a license suspension of 2 years (730 days). Whether you can keep driving on a restricted license during that time is covered below.
Is an ignition interlock device required in New Jersey?
Yes. New Jersey requires an ignition interlock device for 3 months following a first DWI conviction. We estimate the monthly cost at about $80.
Does New Jersey require SR-22 insurance after a DWI?
New Jersey does not use SR-22 filings, so no separate SR-22 certificate is required. Your insurer can still raise your premium after a conviction.
When does a DWI become a felony in New Jersey?
New Jersey has no felony threshold based on the number of offenses in our data. Other factors, such as an injury, can change how a case is charged; an attorney can tell you how they apply in New Jersey.
Can a DWI be expunged in New Jersey?
New Jersey does not allow DWI convictions to be expunged. Some states have other ways to limit who can see a record, such as sealing, which this site does not cover yet; an attorney in New Jersey can tell you whether any apply.
How long does New Jersey have to charge you with a DWI?
New Jersey does not set a statute of limitations for DWI charges. There is no fixed deadline for the state to file a case, so charges can be brought at any time after the alleged offense.
Can you get a hardship or restricted license after a DWI in New Jersey?
New Jersey does not offer a standard hardship or restricted license during a DWI suspension. You would generally need to wait until the suspension period ends before driving again, so it helps to plan transportation ahead of time.
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