Driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges can carry an assortment of different penalties. The courts can put someone in jail or put them on probation. The courts typically demand that those convicted of DWI offenses pay fines and cover court costs. It is also standard...
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Paying a speeding ticket can cause insurance complications
Many people who regularly drive commit minor traffic violations a few times a week. People forget to use their turn signals occasionally. They may also sometimes violate the speed limit. Factors ranging from a lack of signage to running behind schedule can lead to...
What happens to those caught driving on a suspended license?
People who want to drive on public roads have to meet a variety of legal standards. One of the most important is that they need a state-issued driver's license. An applicant must first complete an educational course. They then have to pass testing. Typically, they...
Why drivers may want to fight tickets for texting
Texting while driving, or otherwise manually handling a mobile phone while driving, isn't a very safe choice. Distracted drivers may fail to notice changing traffic circumstances. Mobile phones increase reaction times by creating mental distraction, taking a driver's...
3 things to know about New York’s IID program for DWI cases
Those facing driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges in New York are at risk of numerous inconvenient penalties. A conviction may lead to incarceration, especially in scenarios involving repeat offenses or injury to others. The courts often impose large fines in...
3 traffic violations that can lead to a New York stop
There are certain types of traffic violations that people understand may lead to a traffic stop. Someone driving out well over the posted speed limit knows they are at risk if they cross paths with a police officer. Those engaged in reckless driving behavior, such as...
What are the penalties for reckless driving in New York?
Driving can be a frustrating daily task. Those who have a long commute to work or who spend hours transporting their children to after-school activities every week may become impatient on the road. Some people routinely exceed the posted speed limit because they want...
The impact of a DWI conviction on car insurance
New York police officers can arrest anyone who fails a chemical test or displays clear impairment while driving. Driving while intoxicated (DWI) offenses can put someone in jail and temporarily cost them their driver's license. Despite the risk of potentially serious...
Reasonable suspicion in drunk driving stops
Police officers have a duty to keep the roadways safe. For example, they are called upon to stop impaired drivers from putting themselves and others at risk. As officers are patrolling, they may see things that make them believe that a particular driver is impaired....
Are there exceptions to a driver’s license suspension?
Sometimes, videos or stories go viral online because they strike a chord with people. A recent court hearing has gone viral because of the actions of the defendant. Specifically, a gentleman ordered to attend a hearing related to driving on a suspended license spoke...