These aggravating factors can worsen your DWI case
Not all DWI cases are the same. When delivering a sentence following a guilty verdict, the court will look at several aspects of your charges, including the circumstances that led to your arrest....
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What should you know about drunk driving stops?
Many people think they can safely drive home after they’ve had a drink or two. While it might be true that you don’t meet the blood alcohol concentration limit yet to be classified as an impaired...
Don’t consider a plea deal on your own
Plea bargains have become commonplace to those facing criminal charges, including DWI charges. Some defendants accept a plea deal without much consideration. Although a plea bargain can offer drunk...
What you need to know about IIDs in New York
New York’s state DWI law (known as Leandra’s Law) is among the strictest in the country. Under the law, anyone who is convicted of DWI is required to have an ignition interlock device (IID)...
When do domestic violence laws apply?
Domestic violence laws typically define who can be considered an alleged victim. While people often think of married couples or romantic partners when they hear the term “domestic violence,” the law...
Domestic violence impacts both genders
The typical domestic violence situation involves a female victim in a male who has been accused of violence. Some studies have found that up to 85% of victims are in fact female. This is the reason...
Electronic stalking and harassment is no joking matter
To say that you and your ex parted on poor terms is a massive understatement, and you’re still quite angry. Your anger may be entirely justified – but don’t let it land you behind bars. In this day...
Does a DWI have an impact on your reputation?
There are a lot of things to consider if you're facing DWI charges. First and foremost, you're probably worried about things like losing your license or having to pay hefty fines. You may even...
Is a threat domestic violence?
You and your partner get into a serious disagreement. It ends with you threatening them, and then they call the police. They claim that they are a victim of domestic violence. You are stunned. You...
How accurate are breath alcohol tests?
The DWI laws in New York are a little different than those in many other states. For example, you can face arrest even if a breath test returns an alcohol reading of less than 0.08%, the measurement...