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Massachusetts woman arrested in New York for several DWI offenses

On Behalf of | Oct 25, 2018 | Drunk Driving |

 

Drunk driving charges in New York can be intimidating and cause long-term problems for anyone, but it is especially worrisome for those who are from other states. The circumstances will dictate what the charges will be after a DWI arrest and for some, that can include multiple offenses with significant penalties if there is a conviction. For people who are from out-of-state and find themselves facing DWI allegations, having a strong legal defense from a lawyer who is based in New York is vital to the case and achieving a positive result.

A woman from Massachusetts was arrested for allegations of driving drunk with a child passenger. The 45-year-old was driving a 2001 GMC Sierra. Law enforcement made the traffic stop and determined that the woman was under the influence. They also found the child under 16 in the vehicle with her making it a violation of Leandra’s Law. Leandra’s Law raises the charge to a Class E felony and was implemented after a child died in a DWI crash nearly a decade ago. The driver in this case is slated to appear in court.

For people who are arrested for drunk driving charges, the basic penalties can be problematic with jail time, fines, a driver’s license suspension and more. Depending on the situation, there can be allegations that raise the charges to a felony. While these allegations are serious and the penalties are harsh, it is not automatic that there will be a conviction. The traffic stop can be called into question; the testing procedures could have been faulty; or the driver might have an explanation as to why he or she appeared intoxicated. A law firm that understands all these factors and knows how to combat drunk driving charges can formulate a strategy for the case.

Since the woman in this case is from Massachusetts and is dealing with felony charges because a child was in the vehicle at the time of the DWI arrest, she must have a defense attorney who is familiar with the New York State laws for DWI and can craft a defense. Calling a qualified DWI lawyer is the first step to dealing with this case.

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