Although the New York State Fair provides ample amounts of fun for the whole family, there is also plenty of opportunity for trouble. According to CNYCentral, theft is the most common crime at the fair, which occurs either directly or after the…
Make no mistake about it, a charge of DWI in New York State is a crime and carries with it serious consequences. A conviction for DWI (Vehicle and Traffic Law §1192(2) or 1192(3)) is a misdemeanor and carries with it…
What happens when someone gets a DWI in a state other than the state they reside in? Are they “off the hook” for most of the repercussions of such an arrest and conviction. In most cases, it’s unlikely. These cases…
You went out and had a few, decided to drive, and may have made a mistake. At the police station, you decided to refuse the chemical breath test. Now in addition to other criminal court hearings, you have an administrative…
It can happen to anyone. You have a few drinks at a party or the bar after work, and while you feel fine, your ability is likely impaired from the alcohol you consumed. You drive along, just trying to get…
Inevitably, the first time I meet a new client charged with DWI they are racked with anxiety over the uncertainty of their future. Whether it is concerned over their liberty, their job, their reputation or their ability to drive a…
We are often asked questions by clients about whether a particular disposition of criminal charges will show up in future background checks they may undergo for employment purposes. While the extent and depth of any particular background check will always…
There are several reasons why you should keep the number of criminal lawyers in Eaton on your phone book all the time. You could face all kinds of circumstances which could possibly lead to lead to a criminal investigation or…
Traumatic, inconvenient, and stressful – these are just a few words to describe the situation when having to deal with DWI or DUI. There is nothing more overwhelming that being pulled over and questioned by law enforcement authorities. How do…
An update on Utah DWI Law has adopted. – The Utah State Legislature has recently passed a DWI bill that lowers the state’s legal blood alcohol limit from .08% to .05%. The bill is expected to be signed by Governor…
In New York State a driver who is charged with DWI and submits to a chemical breath test will be issued two tickets. One ticket for violating law section 1192.3 and one ticket for violating section 1192.2. Both statutes make…
Many people are familiar with the terms DUI and DWI, but many people are not familiar with the varying violations that these terms typically encompass, as well as the related penalties. DWI refers to driving while intoxicated which typically means…
