Darren DeUrso — Attorney at Law.
Serving White Plains, NY for 30 years
Compassionate, Dedicated Legal Representation
According to the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the penalties for a DWI conviction include fines, jail time and license revocation. There are also lasting repercussions that could impact other aspects of your life.
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According to the New York State Unified Court System, evidence falls into one of two categories: direct or circumstantial. Because direct evidence refers to evidence gathered by observation, it typically holds more weight in criminal cases then circumstantial evidence, which refers to evidence gathered by inference.
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If you are facing DWI charges but your blood alcohol level was at or near the legal limit, your DWI lawyer may try to plead for a wet reckless charge so you do not face the harsh consequences of a DWI. Darren DeUrso, Attorney at Law is a criminal attorney in White Plains who will evaluate your charges, answer your questions, and help you fight for the best possible outcome for your case.
Law enforcement personnel are on high alert for inebriated drivers during all the major holidays, and Christmas and New Year’s are at the top of that list. If New York police charge you with DWI over the holiday period, your first call should be to a criminal attorney.
Dram shop laws hold commercial establishments liable when they serve clearly intoxicated customers who subsequently cause serious accidents or injuries after leaving the premises. These laws vary across the country, and according to the National Conference of State Legislatures, 30 states have statutory provisions in place that establish liability in such cases.
The consequences of DWI charges can be devastating. A conviction may come with time behind bars, a license suspension, a steep fine and other penalties.
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