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Fighting Speeding Ticket License Suspensions in New Jersey
Getting hit with a driver’s license suspension for a speeding ticket in New Jersey can happen, especially if you were driving excessively over the limit. But an experienced traffic ticket attorney can often help you avoid suspension and keep your driving privileges.
New Jersey Law on Speeding Ticket Suspensions
Under New Jersey law, specifically N.J.S.A. 39:5-30, judges have discretion to suspend licenses for any moving violation, including speeding. Key points:
- Judges can suspend licenses for up to 90 days per offense.
- 2nd violations within 5 years can lead to suspensions up to 6 months.
- No suspension can exceed a total of 1 year.
In practice, most judges reserve suspensions only for egregious speeding infractions like more than 30 mph over the limit according to [1].
Excessive Speeding Violations
Under N.J.S.A. 39:4-98, fines and sentences escalate sharply for excessive speeding over certain limits. This makes suspension more likely, especially if you already have points. Common excessive speed triggers:
- Over 80 mph: Up to 90 days imprisonment
- Over 100 mph: Up to 180 days imprisonment
- Over 65 mph in a school zone: Up to 180 days imprisonment
Jail time is rare, but according to [1] judges will often suspend licenses in these cases since the speeds are so dangerous.
Suspension Penalties
If your license is suspended, consequences can include:
- First offense – $500 fine
- Subsequent offenses – $1000 fine and possible 10 days imprisonment
- Car insurance rate hikes
- Surcharges and DMV fees
- Possible ignition interlock device requirement
- Difficulty finding employment
And if you drive on a suspended license, you face additional fines, points, and jail time according to [3].
Fighting Suspensions in Court
Can you fight a proposed speeding ticket suspension? Yes, by having your traffic ticket lawyer argue [1]:
- You didn’t realize your speed
- Need license for work/family responsibilities
- Already facing insurance hikes
- Have a otherwise clean driving history
- Will lose job if suspended
While each case is different, a skilled attorney can sometimes convince the judge that suspension would be excessive punishment.
Restoring a Suspended License
If your license is already suspended over a speeding ticket, a lawyer can assist you in getting your privileges restored under [4]. Steps may include:
- Providing proof of insurance
- Paying restoration fees
- Serving any court-ordered suspension term
- Passing re-exams
- Installing an ignition interlock device
With counsel guiding you, the process will go smoother and faster.
Out-of-State Speeding Tickets
Even an out-of-state speeding ticket can lead to a suspension in New Jersey if it results in points on your NJ license. Be sure to hire a lawyer to fight the ticket itself and avoid points and suspension.
Don’t Delay – Hire an Attorney
Never wait to engage an experienced traffic ticket attorney if you face a possible license suspension. The sooner you act, the better the chances of keeping your driving privileges intact.
With legal representation, NJ speeding tickets don’t have to derail your daily life.