Many people get arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) offenses because they didn't know they were over the legal limit when they got behind the wheel. While people are often familiar with the laws regulating their blood alcohol concentration (BAC), they may not...
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What is a technical or per se DWI violation?
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...
How to fight a New York ticket as an out-of-state driver
Some people underestimate the negative impact that a traffic ticket could have on their circumstances. They don't consider the licensing consequences or how their insurance company might increase their premium. Instead, their main priority is simply to resolve the...
New York uses automation to catch speeding drivers in work zones
No driver enjoys encountering a highway work zone. Even though they’re necessary to improve and repair the roads, they slow down traffic and sometimes require detours. Nonetheless, it’s crucial for drivers to slow down when they encounter these areas and obey all...
How many points does a New York speeding ticket cost?
Traffic infractions are the most common criminal offenses cited in New York. People who would never think of stealing from a business or assaulting a person still often violate traffic statutes. People think of traffic violations as minor inconveniences, as opposed to...
The ripple effects of driving with a suspended license
Driving is a privilege that comes with responsibilities. Drivers must adhere to traffic laws and regulations. In New York, driving with a suspended license carries severe consequences that extend beyond the immediate legal ramifications. Traffic offense vs. criminal...
Are there any defenses to a speeding ticket?
When people get pulled over by the police, they often give excuses or reasons why they were speeding. For instance, someone may honestly claim that they didn’t know what the speed limit was at the time, so they didn’t mean to break the limit. Or they may claim that...
Can a breath test be wrong?
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...
Are there defenses to a failure to yield to a pedestrian charge?
New York State's traffic laws are designed to protect both motorists and pedestrians. One law that commonly results in traffic tickets is the requirement for drivers to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and at intersections. However, those tickets are not always...
How the New York IID program works after a DWI charge
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...