TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senators Nick Sacco and Brian Stack, both D-Hudson, to allow first-time offenders involved in minor drug-related infractions to keep their driving privileges has been signed into law by Governor Corzine.
“This new law will help those who made minor mistakes keep their driving licenses so they can get to work or look for jobs,” said Senator Sacco. “It gives discretion to judges so people who made minor mistakes can straighten out their lives.”
TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senators Nicholas Sacco and Brian Stack that would allow judges to revoke mandatory driver’s license suspensions in minor drug offenses cases was approved by the full Senate today.
“For many people seeking treatment for drug dependency, being able to drive can mean the difference in their successful completion of the program,” said Senator Sacco, D-Hudson and Bergen. “Judges should have discretion to restore driver’s licenses when there are compelling circumstances so that recovering addicts can get well and become productive members of the community.”
TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senators Nicholas Sacco and Brian Stack that would allow judges to revoke mandatory driver’s license suspensions in minor drug offenses cases was approved by the Senate Law & Public Safety and Veterans’ Affairs Committee today.
“When it comes to drug offenses, New Jersey looks to provide treatment rather than incarceration whenever possible,” said Senator Sacco, D-Hudson and Bergen. “But in order for treatment to work, individuals must be given access to the resources they need to get that treatment and be productive citizens. We’re giving judges the flexibility to restore driver’s licenses when there are compelling circumstances.”