DWI charges might not seem as serious as other criminal charges, but a drunk driving conviction can have lasting repercussions, and driving while intoxicated is never a good idea.
Hosting a Party? 3 Tips to Prevent Friends from Driving Drunk
There is nothing wrong with kicking back and enjoying a few beers—as long as you have a ride home. Driving while inebriated is incredibly dangerous, and the law imposes severe penalties on those who do so.
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New York Officer Shoots DWI Suspect during Traffic Stop
NBC New York reports that a routine traffic stop turned dangerous after a suspected drunk driver resisted arrest. At around 2:45 a.m. on a Sunday morning, an officer conducted a traffic stop in the parking lot of a shopping center in New York.
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Can a DWI Affect My Chances of Winning a Child Custody Dispute?
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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How Can Circumstantial Evidence Affect My DWI Case?
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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What Is a Wet Reckless Charge?
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.