Last week, we posted on initial blog regarding the new ignition interlock requirements pursuant to Leandra’s Law, which went into effect on August 15, 2010. This article will discuss additional requirements and elements of the law. When you are sentenced to either a misdemeanor DWI or New York felony DWI,…
Effective August 15, 2010, there are new Ignition Interlock Device (IID) rules in effect for all New York DWI or Aggravated DWI cases. The rules apply to any motorist charged after December 18, 2009, and convicted or pleading guilty after August 15, 2010. The new law does not apply to…
When charged with a New York drunk driving offense, under the New York Vehicle & Traffic Law your license will be automatically suspended at your first Court appearance under the doctrine “suspension pending prosecution.” In essence, since a license is a privilege, the Courts reverse the principle of innocent until…
In an eye opening article in the January 17, 2010 Journal News, several officers acknowledged off the record what many suspected for a long time: When off-duty police are stopped for Westchester DWI or traffic infractions, they are frequently helped out by other officers who get them a ride home…
Under the recently enacted Leandra’s Law, which went into effect in December, 2009, motorists will now be charged with a felony if accused of a New York DWI with children under the age of 16 in the car. The law was named for Leandra Rosado, an 11 year old girl…
Two motorists who drove the wrong way on the Taconic Parkway have now been indicted on numerous charges on November 2nd. Gregorio Pena, a 44 year old resident of Manhattan and livery driver, was indicted on charges of first degree reckless endangerment, a felony, aggravated DWI, New York DWI, and…
Until Labor Day, Westchester, Rockland and Putnam County police are stepping up their efforts to make New York drunk driving arrests as part of the national “Drunk Driving. Over The Limit. Under Arrest” campaign. There will be extra checkpoints set up throughout the region, and there will be an increased…
The tragic July 26 accident in which Diane Schuler drove the wrong way on the Taconic Parkway, killing eight, (with a BAC of well over twice the .08 legal limit and THC in her system) continues a trend of Westchester DWI cases with mothers driving while intoxicated with their kids…
When convicted of a New York drunk driving charge such as Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI), one of the most important issues for a client is maintaining their driving privileges to keep their jobs and limit disruption of their lifestyle. After you have either pled…
If you are pulled over for a New York DWI or Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs (DWAID), you will be asked by the arresting officer to take a chemical test of your breath or blood, commonly referred to as a ‘Breathalyzer.” If you refuse to take this test, at…