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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would establish criminal penalties for fifth and subsequent offenses of driving under the influence (DUI). Currently, DUI is a traffic offense under Title 39 of the Revised Statutes (the State motor vehicle code). Under the provisions of the bill, a person who is convicted of a fifth or subsequent DUI offense would be guilty of a crime of the third degree. A crime of the third degree is punishable by a fine of up to $15,000, imprisonment for three to five years, or both. The person's driver's license would also be suspended for 10 years, which is the period of suspension required under current law. The bill also provides that if the fifth or subsequent violation occurs in a school zone or in or near a school crosswalk the person's driver's license would be suspended for 20 years.
AI Summary
This bill criminalizes fifth and subsequent offenses of driving under the influence (DUI), which is currently treated as a traffic violation. Under this bill, a person convicted of a fifth or subsequent DUI would be guilty of a third-degree crime, facing a fine of up to $15,000, three to five years in prison, or both, and their driver's license would be suspended for 10 years. If the offense occurs in a school zone or near a school crossing, the license suspension would be extended to 20 years. The bill also mandates that convicted individuals must comply with the requirements of the Intoxicated Driving Program Unit, including screening, evaluation, and educational programs, with failure to do so resulting in mandatory jail time and continued license suspension.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A2825 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A3000/2825_I1.HTM |
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