You were minding your own business and obeying traffic laws, so you were shocked when a patrol car pulled you over and you ended up with a speeding ticket. What just happened? New York law allows drivers to be ticketed for driving at a “speed greater than is...
The U.S. problem with drunk driving began shortly after the invention of motorized vehicles. State and federal governments made laws to deter people from taking the wheel after consuming too much alcohol. Many continued to break the rules, leading to the creation of...
You never have worried about getting a DWI before because you don’t drink alcohol. You just didn’t assume that it would happen because there was never a chance for you to be impaired. However, you do use marijuana, ever since it was legalized in New York. Maybe you...
If you went outside right now, you would likely find two people who drive very similarly, regardless of their gender. Gender doesn’t have to play an inherent role in people’s driving, however, when you look at the big picture and consider the overall statistics,...
Those who stand accused of driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges in New York often plead guilty. Even those who continue to assert that they had not had too much to drink may plead guilty because they think it will be impossible for them to defend against their...
There are some ways in which a person can be accused of drunk driving without actually being intoxicated. For instance, a fatigued driver may make similar mistakes to someone who is drunk, so the police may believe they’re impaired before talking to them. There are...
While the police do have investigative powers, they are not allowed to interfere with your liberty in an arbitrary or discriminatory manner. As a road user, the most likely place that you’re going to have interactions with law enforcement is during a traffic stop. If...
Getting behind the wheel while under the influence of alcohol is a serious mistake with far-reaching consequences. Besides, the legal consequences, a conviction for driving while intoxicated (DWI) can also impact other aspects of your life. If you are charged with...
It has long been known that peer pressure can have a negative impact on driving. This is why teens are sometimes prohibited from driving with their friends until they reach a certain age. Studies have found that drivers with friends in the car are more likely to be...
A traffic ticket is an inconvenience anytime you receive one, but especially when you are far from home. Visitors to New York state may be at increased risk of traffic infractions because they are unfamiliar with state law and apply the traffic rules from their home...
