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With 26,200 residents packed into 2.3 square miles at a density of 11,530.6 per sq mi, Lodi is one of Bergen County’s more actively patrolled communities. DWI stops along Route 17 are common, and when Lodi Police Department officers administer the Alcotest 7110, the resulting charge under N.J.S.A. 39:4-50 can upend a driver’s life. Avery & Avery, Esqs. — a father-son trial firm with fifty years of New Jersey practice — defends Lodi clients at Lodi Boro Municipal Court and, when needed, at Bergen County Superior Court (Hackensack). Call (201) 943-2445 for a free consultation.

Lodi’s Court Path for DWI Charges

DWI cases filed in Lodi follow Bergen County’s standard two-tier structure. Lodi Boro Municipal Court (One Memorial Dr) is the entry court for N.J.S.A. 39:4-50 violations from Lodi traffic stops — sessions convene EVERY WEDNESDAY, office hours 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM. When a DWI involves bodily injury or represents a repeat offense, Bergen County Superior Court in Hackensack (Bergen Vicinage (Vicinage 02)) takes jurisdiction. The prosecutor in any Bergen DWI ultimately runs through the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, and Lodi Police Department’s Alcotest 7110 administration is a key challenge point under State v. Chun (2008).

Lodi Boro Municipal Court

Address: One Memorial Dr
Phone: (973) 859-7450
Court days: EVERY WEDNESDAY
Office hours: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Bergen County Superior Court (Hackensack)

Address: Bergen County Justice Center, 10 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: (201) 221-0700
Vicinage: Bergen Vicinage (Vicinage 02)

What the Law Says: DWI Penalties and Statutes in Lodi

DWI charges in Lodi arise under:

N.J.S.A. 39:4-50 — primary DWI statute
N.J.S.A. 39:4-50.4a — companion refusal statute
State v. Chun, 194 N.J. 54 (2008) — governing authority on Alcotest 7110 admissibility

Under post-2019 reform, first-offense DWI at 0.08%–0.099% carries a 3-month interlock requirement; 0.10% and above carries 7–12 months interlock. Second offenses trigger 2-year interlock and a 1-year license suspension. Third and subsequent offenses carry 8-year revocation. Refusal under N.J.S.A. 39:4-50.4a carries its own escalating interlock penalty track. Avery & Avery, Esqs. pursues every legal argument available to minimize or eliminate these consequences for Lodi clients.

About Lodi, NJ

Lodi is a community in Bergen County, NJ. By the numbers:

2020 Census population: 26,200
Population density: 11,530.6 per sq mi
Land area: 2.3 sq mi
ZIP code: 07644
Mayor: Scott A. Luna
Incorporated: December 22, 1894
Named for: Lodi, Lombardy, Italy

Lodi Community Notes

Lodi is named for Lodi, Lombardy, Italy.
Current mayor: Scott A. Luna.
Lodi Boro Municipal Court sits at One Memorial Dr, phone (973) 859-7450; court days EVERY WEDNESDAY.

Why Avery & Avery for Lodi DWI

A judge’s perspective on your side. Robert W. Avery served fifteen years as Judge of the Ridgefield Municipal Court (1986–2000) before returning to defense practice. That tenure shapes how Avery & Avery evaluates Lodi cases — not just what the statutes say, but how municipal courts actually apply them.

John S. Avery: modern trial practice. John joined the firm in 2012 and handles active litigation across Bergen County. Together, the Averys offer a complementary team: deep judicial experience and current courtroom practice.

Same-day callbacks. Active arrest or approaching court date? Robert or John is reachable during business hours; voicemails returned same-day. Call (201) 943-2445.

Statewide reach. Delvoye v. Lee, 329 F.3d 330 (3d Cir. 2003) reflects the firm’s federal-court track record — relevant when Lodi matters intersect with federal jurisdiction.

Sister Bergen Cities We Cover

We routinely appear in Lodi’s neighboring Bergen County municipalities. See:

And the Bergen County DWI landing covers the full county.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do Lodi DWI cases go?

Lodi Boro Municipal Court for first-tier matters; Bergen County Superior Court (Hackensack) for indictable / over-threshold matters.

How fast can you respond to a Lodi arrest / hearing?

Same-day callback during business hours; same-evening for arrests on weeknights. Call (201) 943-2445.

Do you handle other Bergen County practice areas?

Yes — see our Bergen County Lawyer page for the full practice list, and the practice tops at /practice-areas/dwi/.

Free Consultation for Lodi DWI Cases

If your Lodi DWI court date is approaching, don’t wait. Lodi Boro Municipal Court typically hears matters EVERY WEDNESDAY — and deadlines for motions, discovery, and diversion applications move fast. Avery & Avery, Esqs. provides same-day callbacks and can begin preparing your defense immediately. Call (201) 943-2445 or submit a consultation request below.

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