Full question:
I want to obtain hardship license in New Jersey. I was convicted for driving while intoxicated in New Jersey. How will I get a hardship license here?
- Category: Drivers License
- Subcategory: Drivers Hardship License Law
- Date:
- State: New Jersey
Answer:
New Jersey law does not allow for a hardship license. If you are convicted of driving while intoxicated (DWI), you cannot obtain a license for work or other hardship purposes. Your driving privileges will be restored only by the chief administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission after the suspension period has ended.
According to N.J. Stat. Ann. § 39:4-50, a first DWI offense results in a license suspension of three months, and a second offense can lead to a suspension of two years. For a third offense, the suspension period is ten years. After serving the suspension, you may apply to the chief administrator for license restoration, but it is at their discretion whether to grant it.
For more information on restoring your driving privileges, you can refer to N.J. Stat. Ann. § 39:3-10a, which outlines the restoration process and associated fees.
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