Consequences that can come from a Ocean County DWI arrest and conviction can include: loss of your driver’s license, heavy fines, court costs and administrative fees, probation, jail or state prison, vehicle impoundment or forfeiture, an ignition interlock device, etc. New Jersey treats Driving While Intoxicated (“DWI”) seriously.
Aside from the more the legal consequences of dealing with the police, the court, and the New Jersey Department of Motor Vehicles (“DMV”), there are real world consequences that often come from a DWI arrest and conviction. If you are a truck driver, you could lose your privilege to drive commercially for at least one year. A DWI conviction can cause your insurance rates to go up; sometimes insurance companies will drop your coverage altogether. There are other, “hidden” DWI penalties, such as limitations on travel outside of the state or abroad. A DWI prosecution and conviction can bring community service and alcohol treatment program that will involve you taking classes that you must pay for.
Mr. Scolavino has handled DWI cases throughout Ocean County, New Jersey and knows the procedure in each municipality. He is respected by judges and adversaries alike and is ready to take your case to trial if the need arises. Contact Mr. Scolavino at 888-692-5879 and let him put his experience to work for you.