Traffic Enforcement Penalties
- 1/25At a crosswalk, failing to stop for a pedestrian
State law requires drivers to stop for pedestrians. Failing to do so brings financial and license penalties.
When disobeying a police officer signal
Law enforcement instructions must be followed, regardless of traffic signals or signs.
Running a red light or ignoring a stop sign
These violations are enforced heavily, especially near intersections and schools.
Driving with a suspended license
Repeated violations increase jail duration and extend suspension.
Refusal to submit to a breath test
NJ Implied Consent Law mandates testing when suspected of DUI.
At 0.08% BAC or higher
DUI laws are strictly enforced, and penalties increase with higher BACs.
Under 21 with a BAC of 0.01% or more
New Jersey has a Zero Tolerance Law for underage drinking and driving.
Improperly passing a school bus
Passing a stopped school bus with flashing red lights is a serious offense.
At the scene of a crash, leaving without reporting injury
Hit-and-run involving injury is one of NJ most severe traffic violations.
Failing to yield to emergency vehicles
Drivers must move over and slow down when emergency vehicles approach.
Tailgating another vehicle
Following too closely is one of the highest-point violations in NJ.
Improper right-side passing
Unsafe lane behavior leads to penalties and increases crash risk.
Speeding 15 to 29 mph over the limit
Higher speeds dramatically increase stopping distance and collision likelihood.
Speeding 30 mph or more above the limit
Excessive speeding may lead to license review or suspension.
Driving with open alcohol containers
Repeated offenses can result in community service and higher fines.
Involvement in DUI-related crash causing injury
DUI crashes often lead to multiple charges and longer license revocation.
Accumulating 6 points in 3 years
Surcharges apply annually until the point total drops.
Accumulating 12 points on your license
MVC tracks point totals; exceeding limits results in loss of driving privileges.
Completion of a driver improvement program
Eligible once every two years, this course helps recover from point penalties.
Driving without liability insurance
All drivers must carry valid proof of insurance coverage in NJ.
Possession of drugs while operating a vehicle
This applies even if the drugs do not impair driving ability at the time.
Refusing to show license or insurance during a stop
Motorists must present documents when requested by law enforcement.
Unsafe lane changes or weaving
Lane violations endanger others and are monitored by traffic patrol.
Driving recklessly or carelessly
Reckless driving includes speeding, weaving, or ignoring right-of-way rules.
Racing on public roads
Street racing is illegal and heavily penalized due to its risk to public safety.