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DWI Charge Reduced
A Canadian resident was charged with a DWI after a Bills game. Arthur convinced the court the test reading was wrong and got the charge reduced, sparing the client a criminal charge.
DWI Case Dismissed
After a woman was charged at a DWI checkpoint, Arthur contested the legality of the roadblock and found procedures weren't properly followed. The DWI charges were dismissed and her lisence restored.
DWI Charge Reduced
A Buffalo woman was charged with a DWI and blew a 0.23 BAC. Arthur took the case to trial and was successful in keeping the breath test reading from being introduced as evidence. Her charge was reduced to a DWAI.
Arthur Pressman focuses in the areas of DWI, traffic law and criminal defense.
Arthur is a 1982 graduate of the State University of New York at Albany. He earned his law degree from the University of Miami School of Law in 1985 and practiced with the law firm of Heller & Rubin in Miami, Florida from 1986 to 1988. In 1988, Arthur relocated to Buffalo, where he opened his own practice where he has continued to defend those accused of crimes in the Buffalo and Niagara Falls, New York area.


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View the guideProviding Strong Defense Against Reckless Driving Charges in New York
Experience and tenacity is what you need to resolve your reckless driving charges. We provide both.
Reckless driving is a criminal charge that carries stiff penalties. At the Buffalo office of Arthur L. Pressman, Attorney at Law, you can trust us to handle your case effectively and thoroughly. With more than 30 years of experience handling a variety of traffic violation cases throughout New York State, our proficient law firm aggressively prepares a defense to provide you with the best possible outcome.
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Reckless driving is an unclassified misdemeanor offense in New York State, and, if convicted, you can face the following penalties:
- Up to five points on your driver license.
- A possible increase in your auto insurance.
- A criminal record.
What are the penalties for reckless driving?
Reckless driving is a serious charge that results in a criminal record if convicted. A conviction for reckless driving results in five points on your driving record, which significantly increases your insurance premiums. You may also receive fines of $100–$300, plus a fee of $70 for first-time offenders. In New York, your driving privileges may be suspended if you receive 11 points in an 18-month time frame.
What constitutes reckless driving in New York State?
Reckless driving is rather subjective and serves as a catch-all for many different driving infractions such as the following:
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Because reckless driving is considered a criminal offense in New York, many district attorneys require a court appearance and do not allow you to handle the offense via mail. This makes fighting the charge even more challenging. Judges are generally less flexible when negotiating a criminal reckless driving case, which is why you need an aggressive criminal defense lawyer to represent you.
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Hiring dedicated Buffalo traffic violation lawyer Arthur L. Pressman affords you aggressive representation to reduce or dismiss your reckless driving charge in New York. Our law office tenaciously fights to:
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Representation to defend this serious charge
Reckless driving in New York State can result in very serious repercussions. Don’t face this criminal offense without experienced legal representation by your side. Contact the law office of Arthur L. Pressman, Attorney at Law at (716) 517-4250 or online. For your convenience, our office is located on the subway line in downtown Buffalo. We also offer a free initial phone consultation seven days a week. In addition, we make it easy for our clients to pay attorney’s fees online through our online payment system. Our law office serves clients throughout New York State. If you or a loved one has been charged with a traffic violation, please contact our office for dedicated representation. Let me be your ticket to justice.
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