DWI

Kids and adults alike have come to adore Halloween. While kids are focused mostly on candy, however, adults tend to congregate for parties -- and parties often involve alcohol. This Halloween, whether you’re going to a costume party with friends or just plan on having...

There are two ways of saving money. You either do not spend it, or you invest it. Yet, if you face a charge of driving while intoxicated (DWI), only one way will work. If money is tight, the thought of spending to contest a DWI charge may seem out of reach. You may...

When the police pull you over, they need a reason to do so. Much of the time, stops are for simple things: Speeding, rolling through a stop sign or driving with a taillight out.  This same basic principle holds true for drunk driving stops. In fact, many stops are for...

Did you know that there are medical conditions that may make you appear intoxicated? If you are driving when these conditions cause symptoms, then you could be pulled over and accused of driving while drunk or high.  Some of the common conditions that may make you...

Whether you consume alcohol or know someone who does, you likely have heard that some people have a greater tolerance for it than others. Individuals who choose to classify themselves generally either refer to themselves as being “heavyweights" or "lightweights." The...

Impaired driving charges often stem from traffic stops rather than crashes that injure people or damage property. When a police officer pulls you over because they suspect you have had too much to drink, they have to gather evidence before they can arrest you.  Often,...

If an officer suspects that you are driving under influence in New York, they may ask you to take a Breathalyzer test to try to determine your blood alcohol content (BAC). Depending on the results of the test, you could end up facing drunk driving charges. In New...

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is never a good idea, and a conviction comes with severe consequences. Besides a license suspension or a fine, a DWI conviction in New York can earn you a jail term as well as other restrictions on your freedom.  When you become a...

It seemed like it happened in an instant. You were hanging out with some close friends on a Friday night and had a few drinks. Then on your way home, you saw flashing lights in your rearview mirror and police pulled you over for drunk driving. Before you knew it, you...

On a weekend night going out with friends, you decide to risk the difficulty of parking and drive your car. You don’t plan on drinking very much. After a couple of beers, you decide to head home. As you drive, you suddenly notice flashing lights behind you. While you...