Getting charged with a DWI in New York State can be scary, especially when you know the consequences can mean losing your license. If you are worried about that, you may be somewhat relieved to know that you may be granted a hardship license by the court. A hardship license is different than a conditional […]
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If you get pulled over for DWI, you are probably going to have to perform common field sobriety tests to determine if you are intoxicated. How you perform on these tests is very important if you are charged with DWI. Common Field Sobriety Tests: Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus When an officer pulls you over for a […]
Having a traffic violation against you can cause some issues that you may not be able to resolve on your own. In some cases, you may want to hire an attorney to handle your case. Here is what you need to know. Traffic Violation & Traffic Tickets When you are issued a traffic ticket by […]
If you have been pulled over and an officer suspects that you have been drinking, you should know that you have rights. You may be asked to perform field sobriety tests by the officer that could be harmful to your case if you are charged with DWI. You should be aiming to protect yourself in […]
Second or Third DWI Offense You have been charged with a DWI, again, and now you are facing serious consequences. When charged with multiple DWI charges, there is a possibility of losing your license and a certainty that it will affect your life. You need an attorney who knows how embarrassing this can be and […]
Criminal law is a complex field, replete with a number of concepts that appear unclear and often overlap. For this reason, our office fields questions rather often from clients who are unclear about the difference between a felony charge and a misdemeanor charge. Some clients even think that the two are synonymous. Nevertheless, when we […]
If you have been pulled over by a police officer under suspicion of driving while intoxicated (DWI), you might have been ordered during the stop to breathe into an Alco Sensor. The data that this device provides may not make or break a case, but it can bolster the charges against you. Watch the following […]
Buffalo DWI Lawyer Arthur Pressman Outlines Some Unexpected Types of DWI in New York State There is a profusion of laws in the state of New York that dictate what does and does not constitute driving while intoxicated (DWI). These rules are designed to promote public safety, but the range of actions that are classified […]
4 Facts About DWIs That Can Make or Break a Case Everyone enjoys a fun night out with friends, and responsible adults know that wine, beer, or spirits can add an extra zest to any social outing. But after even one drink, the ability to make clear decisions becomes temporarily muddled. Waiting it out and substantial […]
A DWI can be traumatic, embarrassing and result in serious consequences. In New York, driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a criminal offense and, if you are convicted, can result in a criminal record, suspension of your license, fines and often jail time or probation. Download Our Free DWI Guide If you are charged with a […]