Interstate Compact on DWI
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…
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You Refused the Breathalyzer….Now What Do You Do to Help Your License from Being Revoked?
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…
The Road to Recovery: First Steps in Resolving Your DWI Charges
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…
A DWI Lawyer When You Need it Most
These days it seems we all know someone who has been charged with DWI. We hear about it on the news, in our community, and all over the television. If you have the misfortune of being charges everyone has advice…
Saint Patrick’s Day and Drunk Driving Why the Luck of the Irish isnt Enough to Save you From a DWI
Saint Patrick’s Day is just around the corner and while the holiday is typically known for its jubilance and spirit, there’s a much darker side to the festivities lurking in the shadows. According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety…
To Blow or Not to Blow, That Is the DWI Question
In my last entry on breathalyzers used in DWI investigations, I explained the distinctions between a preliminary breath screening test (PBT) and the chemical breath test. Most clients will wonder whether or not they should “blow” and provide the breath…
The Breathalyzer: The “Kleenex” of DWI Arrests
It’s become common knowledge that when a driver is pulled over and suspected of driving while intoxicated (also known as DWI) in New York State, that driver will be asked to perform a series of field sobriety tests including walking…