You can potentially pay fines, go to jail or lose your driver's license when you are charged with driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol. Your actions at a DUI stop may determine the probability of facing these penalties. Thus, if the police have reasonable...

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How the prosecution will try to prove you were under the influence
When you are charged with driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol, the prosecution will provide evidence in court before you are convicted. They will try to prove different elements, including that you were under the influence. Here is how they can do this:...
4 mistakes to avoid when charged with domestic violence
Being charged with domestic violence can be devastating. The government takes these matters seriously. In addition to protecting survivors, it implements severe punishment for offenders. Accordingly, if an intimate partner accuses you of it, you may go to jail, pay...
What is blood alcohol concentration?
When the police notice a driver exhibiting drunk driving signs, such as swerving, sudden acceleration and deceleration or tailgating, they will stop them to conduct a breathalyzer test to measure their blood alcohol content or concentration (BAC) level. In New York,...
Anything you say can and will be used against you: What it means
When you are arrested or put under lawful custody, the police must read you your rights before questioning you for the underlying offense. It could be a domestic violence incident or a drunk driving case. This is known as the Miranda warning, meant to prevent coerced...
Do you lose your license for the first DUI in New York?
You have often heard that driving is a privilege, not a right. This means that the government has the authority to regulate and control who is allowed to drive and under what conditions. It is why most people arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) are often...
Accepting a plea bargain: Are you ready to waive these rights?
If you are facing criminal charges, you may be tempted to accept a plea bargain offered by the prosecution. A plea bargain is an agreement in which you plead guilty to a lesser charge in exchange for avoiding a trial and the possibility of a harsher outcome. Plea...
How police mistakes can help your DUI defense
If you have been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI), you may think you have no chance of avoiding a conviction. However, this is not necessarily true. Police officers are human and can make mistakes during a DUI investigation or arrest. These mistakes can...
How do New York “Open Container” laws work?
Most people understand that driving under the influence (DUI) is both reckless and dangerous. They also understand that a conviction for drunk driving can lead to serious legal and personal consequences. But are you aware that simply having alcohol in your vehicle can...
Can you claim self-defense in a domestic violence case?
Most domestic violence claims happen behind closed doors. And these make them quite complex to litigate. What is more taxing is coming up with an effective defense if you’re charged with hurting the person you profess your love. If you are charged with domestic...