New Yorkers who get a ticket while driving in the state will undoubtedly understand that the ticket must be paid or they will face an increase of the fine and the possibility of other penalties that can lead to the loss of driving privileges. A mistake that...
Year: 2017
Legal help is key for criminal traffic violations
In New York, when people are confronted with traffic infractions, it might not seem serious. However, when these traffic violations become criminal issues, it can lead to major problems. Having an attorney who is experienced in helping clients facing criminal...
Couple arrested for drug crimes, DUI and violating Leandra’s Law
Drug addiction and the issues related to it are making news in New York State and across the nation with the accompanying problems that go along with it. People who are under the influence of drugs will frequently make mistakes as part of their alleged drug...
There are different penalties for DUI, depending on age
When a New York resident is investigated by law enforcement and placed under arrest for drinking and driving or driving under the influence of drugs, it is a worrisome experience. It is unavoidable that there are numerous questions about the future after the...
With holiday DWI and driving offense crackdown, a defense is key
Drunk driving is an issue that New York State and its law enforcement takes seriously and tries to do what is possible to reduce its incidence and prosecute those who are arrested and charged with it. That often includes checkpoints at certain intervals when it...
Upstate New York man faces allegations of gun possession and DUI
Many criminal allegations are not limited to one act, but several. If a person is accused of committing several illegal acts at once, it can lead to exponential long-term consequences. For example, a driver who is stopped on suspicion of driving under the...
What if one is charged with driving while suspended or revoked?
Traffic violations in New York can lead to the loss of driving privileges. Those who are facing these penalties must be aware that they are not allowed to drive when their license is suspended or revoked. Doing so can result in significant penalties and even...
Traffic stop leads to multiple charges for drugs and weapons
People who are subject to a traffic stop in the Hudson Valley and throughout New York on suspicion of driving under the influence and committing traffic violations might find themselves facing other charges as well. If there are drugs in the vehicle at the...
Understanding the consequences of breath test refusals
When a New York driver is stopped by law enforcement and the officer suspects that the driver was operating the vehicle under the influence, a request will often be made for the driver to submit to a chemical test. Depending on the circumstances, this will...
Woman registers high blood alcohol content level in DWI arrest
When a person is arrested on drunk driving charges in the Hudson Valley, some of the most important pieces of evidence will be the blood alcohol content level and the field sobriety test. These are terms that most people will have a basic grasp of, but do not...