In New York, being convicted of drunk driving carries a variety of penalties that can differ based on the circumstances. For those who drive commercial vehicles for a living and have a commercial driver's license, the criteria for a DWI charge and the penalties are...
New York drivers confronted with a traffic violation and penalties might not realize that they can eventually have their license suspended or revoked. This can be a significant inconvenience. Knowing the difference between a definite suspension, an indefinite...
When there are allegations of a New York driver being under the influence of alcohol or drugs, there can be charges levied that can result in significant penalties and long-term consequences. If those allegations are accompanied by an accident in which there is...
New Yorkers might be under the impression that the growing freedom across the nation to possess and use marijuana means that there is a reduction in the intensity with which law enforcement addresses it. In New York, the drug remains illegal meaning that those...
A driver's ability to continually check their smartphones and other devices has led to a prevalence of distracted driving. While the danger of distracted driving is well known, people still do it. However, law enforcement is cracking down. In New York, drivers...
Hudson Valley residents will often be under the impression that drug offenses are generally linked to those who have illegal drugs, like cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine and even marijuana. However, prescription drugs can also result in drug crime charges with...
People in the Hudson Valley and throughout New York State will undoubtedly look forward to holiday weekends with the most recent being Labor Day. However, law enforcement will also be looking forward to these weekends and other holidays to seek out drivers who...
An ignition interlock device is a machine that is installed on a vehicle and measures the blood-alcohol content in a person's body. Before the vehicle will start, the driver must blow into the machine so the BAC can be determined. It will also intermittently...
Drunk driving is considered a very dangerous behavior that law enforcement is constantly trying to stop in the Hudson Valley and throughout New York State. People who are confronted with drunk driving charges must be aware that even though there is a social...
To have a driver's license in New York State, there are requirements that the person must adhere to. Some are clearly known such as obeying the traffic laws, not drinking and driving and similarly obvious laws that must be followed. Others can lead to penalties...
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