Penalties at a Glance
Understanding what you’re up against is the first step. Here’s what the law says — and how we can help reduce these penalties.
1st Offense DUI
- Fines: $250 – $500
- License: Suspension + interlock
- Jail: Up to 30 days
- IDRC: 12–48 hours
- Surcharge: $1,000/year (3 years)
2nd Offense DUI
- Fines: $500 – $1,000
- License: 1–2 year suspension
- Jail: 48 hours mandatory
- Community Service: 30 days
- Interlock: 2–4 years
3rd Offense DUI
- Fine: $1,000
- License: 8 year suspension
- Jail: 180 days (may reduce)
- Interlock: 2–4 years
- Surcharge: $1,000/year (3 years)
If your prior DUI was more than 10 years ago, it may not count for sentencing purposes in Morris County.
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What Makes Us Different
These aren’t just promises — they’re the reasons Hanover Township residents trust us with their future.
🚗 We Keep You Driving
Hanover is a commuter town — you need your car for work and family. We prioritize license restoration and DMV hearings above all else.
📈 Results That Matter
Dismissals, reduced charges, alternative sentencing — we’ve achieved them all for Hanover clients. Our track record speaks for itself.
🕒 Real 24/7 Access
Call at 2 AM on Sunday — we answer. You get direct access to your attorney, not a receptionist or voicemail.
📋 Full-Service Representation
From the traffic stop to the DMV hearing to trial — we handle everything. No handoffs. No assistants. Just Alan Kraminsky.
The DUI Arrest Process
Here’s what happens from the moment you’re pulled over in Hanover Township.
Stop & Investigation
Traffic stop on Route 10, Route 287, or local roads. Field sobriety tests begin.
Arrest
Officer arrests based on observed impairment. You’re taken to Hanover PD headquarters.
Booking & Alcotest
At the station, you’re asked to provide a breath sample. We’ll challenge its accuracy.
Release & Court
Released to a sober driver. Summons to appear in Hanover Township Municipal Court.
Your Next Steps & Our Defenses
✅ What to Do If You’re Stopped
- Stay calm and pull over safely
- Provide license & registration
- Politely decline field sobriety tests
- Do not answer questions about drinking
- Call Kraminsky Law immediately
🛡️ Defenses We Use in Hanover
- Illegal Stop — No reasonable suspicion
- Faulty Alcotest — Calibration & maintenance errors
- Medical Conditions — GERD, diabetes, neurological issues
- Observer Bias — Officer’s subjective interpretation
- Rising BAC — BAC at driving time vs. testing time
How We Fight for You
Challenging the Traffic Stop
Was the stop legally justified? We scrutinize every detail — from the initial reason to the officer’s observations.
Attacking the Alcotest
We subpoena maintenance records, calibration logs, and training certificates. The Alcotest is not infallible.
Questioning Field Sobriety Tests
These tests are subjective and often administered incorrectly. We use video evidence and expert testimony to prove it.
Negotiating Alternative Outcomes
Not every case goes to trial. We negotiate aggressively for dismissals, reduced charges, or conditional discharge.