New Jersey § 39:4-50
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 39:4-50, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39:4-50.
The Legislature finds and declares: a. This State's penalties for drunk driving, including the mandatory suspension of
driver's licenses and counseling for offenders, are among the strongest in the nation. However, despite the severity of existing penalties, far too many persons who have
been convicted under the drunk driving law continue to imperil the lives of their
fellow citizens by driving while intoxicated. b. Ignition interlock devices, which permit a motor vehicle to be started only when
the driver is sober, offer a technically feasible and effective means of further reducing
the incidence of drunk driving. The use of these devices was initiated in California in 1986 and, according to the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, they are presently being used or tested
in at least 37 states. c. The judicious deployment of ignition interlock devices, as provided under this
act, will enhance and strengthen this State's existing efforts to keep drunk drivers
off the highways.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 39:4-50
What does New Jersey Statutes § 39:4-50 cover?
Section 39:4-50 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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