Legal Question in DUI Law in New Jersey
refusal
What is the penalty for refusing the breathalyzer?
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: refusal
The penalty is the same as a dwi conviction. If it your first refusal and there is no prior dwi or refusal conviction there is a seven month to one year loss of driving privileges
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Re: refusal
Refusal to Take the Breathalyzer Test (N.J.S.A. 39:4-504a)
Refusal to take the breathalyzer test where there is a probable cause for arrest for DWI will result in a 6-month loss of license, a fine of $250-500, and an obligation to satisfy the requirements of an alcohol education or rehabilitation program. A person can also be convicted of DWI without the results of a breathalyzer test. In that case, they will suffer all the additional fines and penalties specified for the DWI conviction.
Re: refusal
It's 6, not 7, and those will be added together if you got a DWI too. I suggest you at least consult with an attorney because these "can" be real easy to beat or close to impossible.
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