12/3/09-The Senate Law, Public Safety and Veterans Affairs Committee voted to advance a bill to the full Senate that calls for mandatory jail time for anyone caught driving under the influence while already suspended for a DUI or refusal to take a breath test.
Sponsored by Senate President Richard Codey, D-Essex, S2939 would authorize convicted offenders to face between six months to one year behind bars and up to a $10,000 fine.
New Jersey law now allows for additional suspensions. Repeat offenders face up to five days in jail while third-time offenders face up to 10 days in lock up.
The bill is awaiting consideration on the Senate floor. If approved there, it would advance to the Assembly. All legislation must be approved by both chambers prior to the end of the regular session, which is scheduled for Jan. 11.
For bill status, call 609-292-4840. In New Jersey, call 800-792-8630.
The Assembly version – A4303 – is awaiting consideration on the Assembly floor.

7/7/09-A bill in the Senate Law and Public Safety and Veterans’ Affairs Committee calls for mandatory jail time for anyone caught driving under the influence while already suspended for a DUI or refusal to take a breath test.
Sponsored by Senate President Richard Codey, D-Essex, S2939 would authorize convicted offenders to face between six months to one year behind bars and up to a $10,000 fine.
New Jersey law now allows for additional suspensions. Repeat offenders face up to five days in jail while third-time offenders face up to 10 days in lock up.
For bill status, call 609-292-4840. In New Jersey, call 800-792-8630.