DWI charges might not seem as serious as other criminal charges, but a drunk driving conviction can have lasting repercussions, and driving while intoxicated is never a good idea.
Hosting a Party? 3 Tips to Prevent Friends from Driving Drunk
There is nothing wrong with kicking back and enjoying a few beers—as long as you have a ride home. Driving while inebriated is incredibly dangerous, and the law imposes severe penalties on those who do so.
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New York Officer Shoots DWI Suspect during Traffic Stop
NBC New York reports that a routine traffic stop turned dangerous after a suspected drunk driver resisted arrest. At around 2:45 a.m. on a Sunday morning, an officer conducted a traffic stop in the parking lot of a shopping center in New York.
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How Can Circumstantial Evidence Affect My DWI Case?
According to the New York State Unified Court System, evidence falls into one of two categories: direct or circumstantial. Because direct evidence refers to evidence gathered by observation, it typically holds more weight in criminal cases then circumstantial evidence, which refers to evidence gathered by inference.
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What Is a Wet Reckless Charge?
If you are facing DWI charges but your blood alcohol level was at or near the legal limit, your DWI lawyer may try to plead for a wet reckless charge so you do not face the harsh consequences of a DWI. Darren DeUrso, Attorney at Law is a criminal attorney in White Plains who will evaluate your charges, answer your questions, and help you fight for the best possible outcome for your case.
White Plains Criminal Attorney Shares 5 Tips for Avoiding DWI Charges This Holiday Season
Law enforcement personnel are on high alert for inebriated drivers during all the major holidays, and Christmas and New Year’s are at the top of that list. If New York police charge you with DWI over the holiday period, your first call should be to a criminal attorney.