Bell Ringer What are some reasons why an

Bell Ringer What are some reasons why an individual would lose their driving privileges?

Driver Education Chapter 7: Driver Privileges and Penalties

Learning Objectives l l l Understand that driving is a privilege not a right. Acknowledge reasons for loss of driving privileges. Know the consequences for not taking a breath test.

Driving is a privilege not a right!!! Reasons to lose your license: l Failure to pay surcharges l Failure to appear in court or pay fines l Driving while suspended l Failure to provide proof of insurance l Physical or mental disqualification l Drug or alcohol use l Repeated traffic law violations l At fault in a fatal accident l Failure to respond to and MVC notice

Underage Drinking and Driving l Motorists under 21 found with a blood alcohol concentration above. 01 while operating a motor vehicle will be penalized.

21 and over. 08 -. 10 l l l l l 3 month suspension $250 -400 fine 12 -48 hours in IDRC Up to 30 days in jail $230 per day IDRC fee $100 Drunk Driving Fund Fee $100 Alcohol Education, Rehab, and Enforcement Fund Fee $1000 annual surcharge for three years $75 Safe Neighborhood Service Fund Fee Possible interlock device 6 months – 1 year

Over 21. 10 or more l l l l l 7 month- 1 year suspension $300 -$500 fine 12 -48 hours in IDRC Up to 30 days in jail $230 per day IDRC fee $100 Drunk Driving Fund Fee $100 Alcohol Education, Rehab, and Enforcement Fund Fee $1000 annual surcharge for three years $75 Safe Neighborhood Service Fund Fee Possible interlock device 6 months – 1 year

Totaling l$5615

under 21. 01 -. 08 l 30 -90 day suspension l 15 -30 days community service l Participation in IDRC or Alcohol education program

Breath Tests l Implied Consent Law – – When you drive on a NJ roadway, you agree to a breath test following an arrest for drinking and driving. Refusal l l Insurance Surcharge of $1000 for three years Equal to driving with a BAC of. 08

Ignition Interlock device l Built in breathalyzer l Prevents car from starting if BAC is over. 05

Intoxicated Driver Resource Center l Alcohol and highway safety education program l One per county

Point System l l l Keeps track of your driving record More serious violations; more points Up to three points deducted each year One year probation for point suspension $100 restoration fee

Driver Programs l Notice of Scheduled Suspension – – 12 -14 points in more than two years You can: l Attend a NJ driver improvement program Cost $100 – Three points off of your license – l l Ask for a hearing Turn in your license for the suspension period

Probationary Driver Program l l Two years after receiving your permit Two or more moving violations totaling more than four points. Cost $100 To correct improper or dangerous driving practices

Driver License Restoration l After a driver license is restored you will be on probation for one year. l Any violation during this time will result in a proposed license suspension.

Surcharges and Point Values l Accumulating 6 or more points within three years: $150 surcharge and $25 for each additional point

Frequent Violations Violation Surcharge Unlicensed driver (N. J. A. C. 13: 19 -13. 1) $100 No insurance – moped (N. J. A. C. 13: 19 -13. 1) $100 Driving while suspended (Court or MVC reported) (N. J. A. C. 13: 19 -13. 2) $250 No liability insurance on motor vehicle (N. J. A. C. 13: 19 -13. 2) DUI/Refusal (third and subsequent convictions) $250 $1, 000 $1, 500

Frequent Moving Violations Violation l Operating a motor vehicle on public or private property to avoid a traffic control signal or sign l Failure to yield to pedestrians in cross walk l Reckless driving Points l 2 points l 5 points