Matawan DWI Lawyer

DWI in Matawan? We can help.

If you have been charged with DWI or DUI in Matawan, you should discuss your case with an experienced Matawan DWI lawyer. The right Matawan DWI lawyer can mean all the difference in your drunken driving case. Our law firm has experience with DWI and DUI cases in Matawan, NJ. Our office is located just a few miles from the Matawan Court and we represent clients charged with DWI in Matawan.

DWI offenses in Matawan are serious charges. In addition to the extensive penalties that can be  imposed by the Matawan Municipal Court, DWI and DUI defendants experience the stress and embarrassment presented by these potentially life-altering charges.

The State of New Jersey has some of the most severe DWI laws in our nation. People convicted of DWI in Matawan face mandatory license suspension, significant fines, penalties and, in certain cases, the requirement that the driver install an interlock device on his or her car. Drivers also face jail for a first and second offense DWI, and face mandatory jail for a third or subsequent offense DWI.

Penalties for Matawan DWI 

First Offense Matawan  DWI (.08-.09 BAC)

Suspension	Fines, Fees & Surcharges	Prison Term	IDRC	Interlock	Community Service
3 months	$250–$400 fine $230 IDRC fee $100 Drunk Driving Fund $100 AERF $1,000/yr Surcharge (3 years) $75 Neighborhood Fund	0- 30 Days	12-48 Hrs

First Offense Matawan  DWI (.1BAC or Higher)

Suspension	Fines, Fees & Surcharges	Prison Term	IDRC	Interlock	Community Service
7-12 months	$300–$500 fine $230 IDRC fee $100 Drunk Driving Fund $100 AERF $1,000/yr Surcharge (3 years) $75 Neighborhood Fund	0- 30 Days	12-48 Hrs	BAC .15+:During course of suspension,   6-12 months after

Second Offense Matawan  DWI

Suspension	Fines, Fees & Surcharges	Prison Term	IDRC	Interlock	Community Service
2 Years	$500–$1,000 fine $230 IDRC fee $100 Drunk Driving Fund $100 AERF $1,500/yr Surcharge (3 years) $75 Neighborhood Fund	2- 90 Days	12-48 Hrs	During course of suspension, 1-3 years after	30 Days

Third & Subsequent Offense Matawan  DWI

Suspension	Fines, Fees & Surcharges	Prison Term	IDRC	Interlock	Community Service
10 Years	$1,000 fine $280 IDRC fee $100 Drunk Driving Fund $100 AERF $1,500/yr Surcharge (3 years) $75 Neighborhood Fund	180 Days	12-48 Hrs	During course of suspension,   1-3 years after	90 Days

If you are charged with DWI or DUI in Matawan, New Jersey, it is crucial that you consult with an experienced Matawan DWI lawyer. A Matawan DWI attorney can assess the charges against you, develop a legal strategy, negotiate a plea bargain with the Matawan municipal prosecutor or, if necessary, conduct a trial in the Matawan Municipal Court before the Matawan Judge.

The Mollo Law Firm, New Jersey DWI attorneys, has handled cases in Matawan and throughout New Jersey. We vigorously pursue all available legal options and DWI defenses. Please contact our office at 888-356-4529. You can also e-mail Al Mollo directly at [email protected]. Thank you.