Drugs, DWAI's, New York Law and What You Should Know
For just a moment, forget about whether a drug is legal or illegal, prescribed medication or recreational substance. Any drug can impair a person enough to qualify for a Driving While Ability Impaired by a Single Drug (DWAI) charge, in New York, but the process for proving a DWAI is not nearly as straightforward as...
[ Read More ]Holiday Travel and DUIs
Travel this time of year is normal for most people. But what do you do when you face DUI charges in a state or country you don’t live in? Buffalo and all western New York can be incredibly picturesque in the wintertime and is a draw for not just tourists but for families across the...
[ Read More ]Common Questions in DUI
Receiving a DUI charge for the first time can be an overwhelming and confusing experience. You may find yourself inundated with fears about how this arrest might impact your future. Below are just a few common questions you might have during this difficult time. Can I refuse a breath test? There are two types of...
[ Read More ]WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR A FIRST-OFFENSE DUI?
Whether you are a college student or a fully-established adult, you are never too young or too old to find yourself arrested for a DUI for the first time. But once you’re arrested, what happens? There are a lot of moving components to DUI law and especially first-offense DUI. Despite the myriad complications that can...
[ Read More ]Numerous Speeding Tickets Result from Police Operation
When police conduct specific operations, it is common for multiple people to find themselves in trouble with the law. In some cases, the trouble may be relatively minor, such as facing speeding tickets after a crackdown. Still, tickets can have negative repercussions for drivers, and many may want to consider their options for fighting against...
[ Read More ]New York Man Charged with DWI After Accident on Route 33
A Buffalo, New York, resident was charged with drunk driving and fleeing the scene after causing an accident on Route 33. On Sunday, July 21, 2019 around 2:15 a.m., he crashed into another vehicle while driving the wrong way on a road, endangering the driver of the other car and himself. The operator of the...
[ Read More ]Aggravated Charge Likely Has Man Looking into DWI Defense
Dealing with the repercussions of a mistake can take a toll on anyone. If a person faces criminal charges for driving while intoxicated, it can come with a number of potential consequences. Of course, anyone in this type of predicament can work on a DWI defense in efforts to lessen those potential negative outcomes. One...
[ Read More ]New York Man Likely Looking into DWI Defense After Crash
Being involved in a car accident can be frightening, and for some, the situation may only become more nerve-wracking if police officers believe that a driver was under the influence at the time of the incident. Facing a charge for drunk driving can have serious repercussions, and most individuals hope to avoid negative outcomes of...
[ Read More ]Do Not Allow Alcohol to Make You a Statistic This Summer
Along with commemorating those who sacrificed their lives for our country, Memorial Day welcomed in the patriotic summer holidays. Many New Yorkers took advantage of the first long weekend to gather at the cabin, catch fish and share a few drinks with friends. But unfortunately, for some, it was also the time to face a...
[ Read More ]Crash Puts Driver in Need of DWI Defense
When not in their right state of mind, individuals can often make choices that they later regret. Unfortunately, alcohol consumption can impair decision-making abilities, and as a result, a driver may end up traveling the wrong way on a road. When this happens, not only could a serious accident occur, but the driver could also...
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