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....
People in New York can get arrested for a driving while intoxicated (DWI) offense if they cause a crash. They might face charges if they fail a breath test and/or if they drive poorly and attract an officer's attention on the road. Some people face charges based on...
For most drivers, the legal limit for blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is 0.08%. It is possible for someone who has a lower BAC to be cited for impaired driving if they exhibit signs of being under the influence of alcohol or other substances. But the legal limit is...
Licensing consequences are arguably the most frustrating penalties that the New York courts routinely impose for driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges. Motorists can lose their driver's licenses for extended lengths of time, which can affect their careers and/or...
Drivers in New York can get arrested for a driving while intoxicated (DWI) offense if they exhibit clear signs of impairment at the wheel. Police officers can also arrest those who are driving normally if a chemical breath test shows that they are over the legal limit...
Most people understand that driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges in New York will usually lead to licensing consequences that could make them dependent on carpools or public transit for a time. The possible penalties for a DWI also include a jail sentence, fines...
New York has unique state laws about driving while intoxicated (DWI) offenses. One of those unique rules is Leandra's Law, which imposes an ignition interlock restriction on the license of someone convicted of a DWI. As you may be able to infer from the name, an...
Being arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated in New York can result in short and long-term problems that can negatively affect a person's life. Often, the person will make the mistake of compounding a traffic stop and DWI investigation by deciding to flee...
There can be a negative impact for a conviction for driving while intoxicated regardless of who is confronted with the allegations. This is magnified when the accused is a person who has a prominent job with a public agency and is entrusted with the interests...
When law enforcement in the Hudson Valley is patrolling the roads, it does not discriminate when it investigates drivers who are believed to be operating under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Regardless of their position in the community and the job they do,...
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