When you’re arrested for DWI and go to court, the judge is required to suspend your license at the arraignment, irrespective of the charge. If the lab or breathalyzer result is in the file and the original report from the officer or you refuse to take a test and the officer has filled out the […]
Read MoreDepending upon whether or not you’re in custody, the officer is supposed to give you Miranda warnings. He or she is obligated to give you the choice not to answer questions or submit to a blood-alcohol test. In response, you are entitled to tell the officer that you’d like to speak to an attorney first. […]
Read MoreIn New York State, field sobriety tests are part of the police academy training and Department of Protocol that a police officer is supposed to employ before they make a determination whether to arrest your or let you go in connection with a DWI stop. If an officer stops you for a traffic infraction and […]
Read MoreIf you’re found guilty or you plead guilty to a DWI in the state of New York, you will have a criminal record. It’s a misdemeanor grade offense. A first-time conviction for DWI opens you up to ramifications of a fine schedule between $500.00 and $1,000.00. Your license would be suspended for a six-month period […]
Read MoreIn the state of New York, if you’re charged as a second offender where you had a prior DWI conviction in the prior 10 years, you are facing a felony charge. A felony offender can receive a state prison sentence, a sentence of probation of up to five years, and local time in a local […]
Read MoreIn New York, if you’re a third offender, it’s a felony offense. You would be subject to a lengthy state prison sentence. You may lose your license for a 5-year period, 10-year period, or a lifetime ban.
Read MoreIn New York State, if you have drugs in your bloodstream that impairs your ability to drive, you can be charged with driving while ability under the influence of drugs. This is called a DWAI-Drug. It’s a misdemeanor charge.
Read MoreNew York treats DWI offenders and people that are convicted of DWI as criminals. You’d have a criminal record and you’ll also have a mandatory loss of license. It’s very important that you consult with a criminal attorney who’s versed in DWI defense. It’s a penal law offense where if you’re convicted or plead guilty, […]
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