The police have the right to pull over drivers who are acting suspiciously. In most cases, a driver may be pulled over because they may seem drunk. This may happen if the driver is running red lights, swerving between lanes or braking inconsistently. During a traffic...
When defending yourself against a DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) charge in New York, you need more than just a basic understanding of the legal system. Navigating the penalties of DWI charges requires a strategic approach and a thorough understanding of the elements...
Given that traffic laws are slightly different in every jurisdiction, those who are not from New York could very easily end up violating traffic statutes unintentionally. And, ultimately, an out-of-state license doesn’t automatically prompt an officer conducting a...
Almost everybody overindulges once in a while. However, when you get a little carried away while you’re drinking, the consequences can be serious – especially if you aren’t sure how you’re going to get home. So, what’s the best thing to try to sober up as quickly as...
A field sobriety test is a series of tests used by police officers to determine if a person is impaired, most commonly from alcohol, while operating a vehicle. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration developed the standardized field sobriety test in the...
Law enforcement officers are trained and hired to maintain law and order. Part of this involves keeping the public safe by spotting and keeping drunk drivers off our roads. To err is human, however. And it’s not uncommon for these public servants to make mistakes...
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) carries serious penalties, including fines, imprisonment and loss of driver's license. In New York, you can face these penalties if you are caught driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 or higher and 0.04 or higher for...
Getting arrested for impaired driving can result in a whole host of consequences. People lose their driver's licenses, and up in jail and have career setbacks after being convicted of a driving while intoxicated (DWI) charge. It is surprisingly common for people to...
It’s clear that anyone can get a DWI charge. It could be a 16-year-old who just got their driver’s license the day before or someone in their 80s who is still driving and had one too many drinks at a family gathering. However, statistics can show you which age group...
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...
