You’re right about NJ, I thought all States had changed their laws. However in NY (where Deblasio is talking about) it is a misdemeanor.
Oddly enough, there is even discussion in NJ about changing the license suspensions so perps could drive to and from work during the suspension. I don’t know why NJ has it set up this way, but I know most other states are more strict; as you mention, some are worse than misdemeanors.
As my children reach driving age I see one policy here that I don’t recall when I was younger: Underage drinkers, regardless of whether or not a vehicle is involved, can have their license suspended or delayed.