When you are pulled over by the police for speeding, running a red light or any other offense, the moment of truth arrives when you must decide how to respond to the traffic ticket. Should you plead guilty and accept the consequences or fight the charges? You might...
In New York, you can be charged with a DWI as a felony or a misdemeanor. A felony is a more serious crime than a misdemeanor, and it can result in a longer prison sentence and higher fines. In addition, you may lose some civil rights if convicted of a felony offense....
Most New Yorkers are aware that driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense with severe legal and personal consequences. But did you know you having alcohol in your vehicle (even if you are not drinking it) can also land you in trouble? Even if you are not...
Obtaining a commercial driver's license (CDL) allows a blue-collar worker to significantly increase their earning potential. Long-haul commercial drivers and specialist freight drivers can command premium wages for their services and can enter the profession directly...
Speeding is one of the aggressive behaviors on the road that can get you a ticket. You can face serious consequences for this violation, including high fines and a possible jail term. But what if everyone else is driving beyond the speed limit? Here is what you need...
When someone is arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) for the first time, they tend to be primarily concerned with whether they’ll end up in jail as a result of the situation. This is a legitimate concern, but it isn’t the only one that someone...
Reckless driving is considered a misdemeanor in New York, and police may charge you with it if they catch you speeding. But while this is a less serious crime than a felony, a conviction still carries significant legal and personal consequences. Basically, any driving...
The basis for a New York speeding ticket is the claim that a driver knowingly exceeded the posted limit on a section of the road. The higher someone's speed, the more the ticket will cost. In some areas, like construction or school zones, tickets may carry enhanced...
When you’re facing DUI charges, it’s natural to be worried about what’s coming next - even when you feel like you weren’t in the wrong. It can be incredibly difficult to successfully challenge a prosecutor’s case, so much so that attempting to do so may seem futile....
Some people are so anxious about the outcome of criminal court proceedings that they immediately decide to plead guilty because they assume that, in doing so, they won't have to endure the worst possible penalties. However, judges see so many people pleading guilty...
