Definitions

A driver must beware of ignoring tickets by simply moving to another state. Eventually the new state will become aware that the driver is suspended in New Jersey. Most states are part of an interstate compact agreement. Therefore, all of the states are connected by the internet, and all states keep track of each other drivers. In short, if a driver does not pay his N.J. tickets, eventually, the new state will not renew the driver’s license, because it is suspended in New Jersey.

Breathalyzer

This is an instrument that the police use to determine a driver’s BAC (Blood Alcohol Level).

Conditional Driver’s License

New Jersey does not have a conditional driver’s license as some other states have. If you lose your driver’s license in New Jersey, then you can’t drive at all, even if you are only driving to work.

MVC Hearing

If a driver gets 12 or more points the MVC will issue an administrative suspension. The typical suspension period is for 180 days. The driver can request a MVC hearing with a hearing officer. At the hearing, most of the times the suspension can be reduced to 30 days or less. The hearings are held at the MVC regional offices.

Driver’s Abstract

This is a report of a driver’s history. This report can be obtained by the MVC for a fee of $10.

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