Fighting DUI/DWI Charges in New York for Over 20 Years
Drunk driving charges can have a serious impact on your life and driving privileges. You will face having a criminal conviction on your record, your driver's license will be subject to suspension or revocation, and you may lose your vehicle in a forfeiture proceeding. If you have a professional license or commercial driver's license, a drunk driving conviction can ruin your livelihood.
At the Law Office of Luke Scardigno, I understand what you are going through. With over two decades of New York criminal defense experience, I can protect your rights, attempt to avoid a conviction on your record, and fight for your driving privileges. I can also assist you in attempting to obtain the return of your vehicle.
If you or someone you care about is facing drunk driving charges, call 718-414-6186 or contact me online to schedule a free and immediate initial consultation.
Protecting You on all Fronts
Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) and Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI) charges set two legal processes in motion. I can represent you in both:
- Criminal DWI Defense — Drunk driving is a criminal offense under the Vehicle and Traffic Laws, so you are facing a criminal conviction. I will thoroughly investigate the charges against you, negotiate with the District Attorney and fight for your rights in court when necessary.
- DMV Issues — Even if the criminal charges against you are dismissed, you could still lose your driver's license if there is a refusal to take a breathalyzer test charge against you. The DMV process to get your license back is confusing. I can represent you in DMV Refusal hearings and help you apply for a hardship license to allow you to drive in certain circumstances.
I am not going to leave you to fend for yourself at any point in the process. Regardless of when your criminal case is resolved, I will stick with you (at no extra charge) until the DMV issues are also settled.
Drivers under the age of 21 face unique consequences from DWI charges. I will provide the aggressive defense you need to protect your future, and your driving privileges.
Refusal of a Breathalyzer Test
DWI defense can be difficult if you blew above the legal limit. However, if you refused to take the breath test, the stakes are even higher. It is extremely important to get help from an experienced DWI defense lawyer as quickly as possible to address this serious issue which can lead to a one year license or driving privilege revocation.
Over 20 years of practice, I have successfully represented many clients who refused the breath test. Call 718-414-6186 or contact me online to schedule a free and immediate initial consultation if you were pulled over for DWI or DWAI in Queens or any New York City borough, or Nassau or Suffolk counties.
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