6 DWI Questions Answered For You

I am frequently asked as a Buffalo DWI Lawyer what can happen if you were charged with driving while impaired.  If you are convicted, this is a non criminal infraction and will not give you a criminal record.  I advise clients as a Buffalo DWI Lawyer that you will receive a minimum fine of $300 and are required to attend a victim-impact panel.  If you want a conditional or restricted license you must attend the class the DDP offers.

I am often asked as a Buffalo DWI Attorney what the penalties are for driving while impaired by alcohol in the state.  This means your blood test reading was between a .06 and a .07, below the DWI threshold of .08.  I advise clients as a Buffalo DWI Attorney that this is a noncriminal infraction, you will not have a criminal record but you could have a suspended license, and hefty fines.

I am frequently asked as a Buffalo DWI Attorney of the penalties for a first time DWI offense.  Unfortunately, even if this is your first time you will still be given a criminal conviction, and this will appear on your record for the rest of your life.   A penalty for a first time offender is a 6 month suspension of your license, a $500 minimum fine, and a $400 surcharge.  I advise clients as a Buffalo DWI Attorney that you will even be required to install an inter locking device in your vehicle at your expense for at least 6 months, plus monthly fees.  You will also be required to attend a victim-impact panel.  If you need a conditional or restricted license during the time your license has been suspended, you will need to take a DDP class

I am often asked by parents as a Buffalo DWI Lawyer as to what the penalties are if their children were convicted for DWI or driving while impaired under 21.  You will lose your license for a minimum of at least one year.  I advise clients that this is different for adults older than 21.