A first-offense DWI in New Jersey can cost around $4,000 in selected fines, assessments, required program fees and Motor Vehicle Commission surcharges before attorney fees, ignition interlock expenses, insurance increases and lost income are considered. The cost breakdown below totals approximately $3,914 to $4,164 over three years when the full…
TL;DR Reckless driving in New Jersey is a traffic violation, not a criminal offense, but a conviction remains permanently on your driving record. A first conviction can result in up to 60 days in jail, a $50–$200 fine, 5 points on your license, and court costs. Repeat offenses carry harsher…
TL;DR A DUI/DWI in New Jersey is generally treated as a traffic offense, rather than a criminal offense, but it can still carry serious penalties. A DUI/DWI conviction remains on your driving record and cannot be expunged like a criminal conviction. A DWI can affect how future offenses are treated…
The cost of hiring a New Jersey criminal defense lawyer depends on the charge, the court, the amount of evidence, the number of expected appearances, and whether the case can be resolved through negotiation or must be prepared for trial. There is no statewide price schedule for private criminal defense…
The court does not charge a filing fee for an expungement application submitted through New Jersey’s electronic expungement system. That means the real cost of a New Jersey expungement usually depends on the legal work required, the condition of your records, how many arrests or convictions must be reviewed, and…
