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Archive for 'DUI/DWI Defense' Category
Sep 30, 2023

Getting behind the wheel after consuming alcohol can lead to serious consequences. In New York, a conviction for driving while intoxicated is a serious offense that carries not only legal penalties but also financial repercussions. While the financial repercussions of a DWI conviction are considerable, some of them are also long-term, and one such financial […]

Oct 3, 2022

A conviction for driving while intoxicated in New York can have serious consequences. Blood alcohol content, driving behavior and concurrent criminal convictions impact the fines and penalties the courts impose. The state’s penalties become increasingly severe if you receive more than one DWI conviction. The state’s definition of a DWI violation is driving with a BAC of […]

Oct 4, 2021

Driving while intoxicated carries a range of penalties for convicted New York motorists. The outcome of your case will vary depending on your situation, criminal history and other factors. Review these important facts about DWI in New York before facing a court date for this type of offense. Blood alcohol content Your blood alcohol content, or BAC, […]

Jan 13, 2020

More than 1 million Americans are arrested for drunk driving each year after going through a litany of tests, including portable breath tests, which are designed to measure a person’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC). However, a New York Times investigation reveals many of the devices used in measuring BAC are unreliable, resulting in flawed measurements and forcing […]