New Jersey Statutes Title 39. Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation 39 § 3-34

No person whose registration certificate or driving privilege, including any privilege to operate a commercial motor vehicle as defined in P.L.1990, c. 103 (C.39:3-10.9 et al.), has been suspended or revoked, or who has been prohibited or disqualified from obtaining a driver's license or registration certificate, shall apply to the director for a registration certificate or license, or a learner's permit, as the case may be, during the period of the suspension, revocation, or prohibition. A person who violates this section shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500 or imprisonment for not more than three months, or both, at the discretion of the court.