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...
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...
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...
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...
One way police ensure that drivers are obeying the laws is by performing traffic stops. Individuals typically don’t have to undergo traffic stops every day. In other words, if a police officer pulls you over, you likely have many questions. If an officer pulls your...
Nobody ever wants to see the flashing lights of a police vehicle behind them. This is even truer if you’re on your way home from a night that involved a little alcohol. What many people don’t realize is that police officers aren’t allowed to stop vehicles without...
When a police officer arrests you because they suspect that you have committed a driving while intoxicated (DWI) infraction, you could end up serving a jail sentence and paying large fines. If you do get behind the wheel after alcohol compromises your driving ability,...
