How do I get my license reinstated in New York state after having 3 alcohol related offenses in the past 10 years?

It appears that you are dealing with what we commonly refer to as the "DMV Regulations." In 2012, the DMV put into place new regulations that...

The simple answer is Yes, you can be charged (and convicted) of D.W.I. in New York State without a breath test. There are two separate D.W.I....

Do I need a criminal defense attorney?

You should certainly have hired an attorney before you made any statements to law enforcement. When the police ask you to come in and answer some...

Do DWI offenses go by arrest or conviction?

The DWAI conviction will not be considered a predicate, so this new arrest will be charged as a misdemeanor (as opposed to a felony). However,...

A vacation on a cruise is being planned. I have a friend convicted of a dui. I want an opinion on the certainty he can travel?

He will have to clear any travel through his probation officer. If it is an international cruise, he will have to check the immigration policies...

Try to make a long story short.jan 22 i got tickets for misdm reckless driving and failure to keep right..i was taken to stai

You need to immediately hire a criminal defense attorney, as there are issues that will need to be addressed at your arraignment on April 9th. ...

Questioned about prior offense before I was mirandized. I was in "custody" and not able to leave. Is this a violation?

There is no requirement that you sign any paperwork stating that you refused the test. By declining to take the test, your license will be revoked...

How do I prepare to meet with the DA?

You should hire an attorney immediately and provide that attorney with any information that you feel is relevant to your defense.

I am doing very well with drug court for felony DWI I was wondering is it still possible to get the that charge reduced

It depends on the court and the District Attorney's policy with regard to the drug court program. Some drug courts are "pre-plea" meaning you...

How likely is it that I can get DWI charge reduced?

With a BAC reading of 0.12 it is possible to get the DWI charges reduced to the non-criminal violation of Driving While Ability Impaired. The DA's...