If you’re stopped and arrested for driving while intoxicated, you may have a breath, urine or blood sample taken. If you have your blood drawn for the test, the lab will mix it with specific chemicals to determine how much alcohol is in your blood. The blood test may...
Michael A. Ferraro, Esq., P.C.
DWI defense
How can a drunk driving conviction affect a trucker?
Commercial drivers, including truckers, are expected to always drive safely. A trucker needs to have a clean driving record if they’re going to get the jobs they want. One thing that some people don’t realize is that even a small mistake is something that can destroy...
What is evidence of intoxication?
A police officer can pull your car over if they have reasonable suspicion that you're intoxicated, such as seeing you swerve into the oncoming lanes and then back into your own lane. That's enough for a traffic stop, and the officer may determine that they believe you...
Why might police suspect that you’re driving drunk?
In order to initiate a traffic stop, police officers need to have reasonable suspicion that a crime is being committed. This is a very low standard. It simply means that if the officer wants to stop a car because they think the driver is drunk, something needs to...
The one thing you can do to reduce your BAC
If you're going to drive and you've been drinking, you may be considering ways to sober up before you get behind the wheel. There are a lot of different tricks that people like to use to accomplish this. For instance, some people believe that they can drink a strong...
Don’t smoke marijuana before getting behind the wheel
New York state passed the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) on March 31, 2021, legalizing the recreational use of marijuana for adults aged 21 and over. However, it is still possible to get arrested because you smoked it. Here is what you need to know if...
Don’t let this St. Patrick’s Day bring a new DWI charge
If you’re already dealing with a DWI charge, you may be dreading St. Patrick’s Day this year. For many people, the only way to celebrate the holiday is by having copious amounts of Jameson’s, Guinness and any other alcoholic drink that is associated with Ireland. ...
Can I challenge the Breathalyzer test results?
A drunk driving charge is serious. Depending on the specifics of your case, a DUI conviction can result in the suspension of your driver’s license, fines and even jail time – and a Breathalyzer test that shows your high blood alcohol content (BAC) can be very strong...
Does a truck driver have to worry about drinking when they’re off the clock?
Truck drivers need to be fully sober and alert when they drive, on account of the fact that their vehicles are incredibly dangerous to those around them. Even making a simple mistake like not pressing the brakes in time could cause a devastating accident. Truck...
A mistake in your personal vehicle can affect your CDL
As a professional with a commercial driver's license (CDL), you understand that those with a CDL are subject to more limitations and higher standards than the average driver. You are subject to state and federal traffic laws, in addition to any policies your employer...