What happens when someone refuses a breath test?
Breath Test Refusal
Most New York drivers know that if they are pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving, they may be asked to take a breath test to determine their blood alcohol content. However, it’s very common for drivers to be confused about what comes next. Although police office must request that a driver have a chemical…
Understanding New York’s underage drinking laws
Underage Drinking
New York has a range of underage drinking laws. Understanding exactly what is and is not permitted under the law is very important regardless of whether someone is trying to avoid legal problems or already facing some. First of all, there are underage drinking laws that relate to driving and others that do not. Although…
Trust us when charged with vehicular homicide
Vehicular Assault or Homicide
Criminal charges resulting from driving-related actions are often completely unplanned and unintentional. Many people do not realize how much a single drink may affect their blood alcohol level. However, if an accident occurs and your blood alcohol is above the legal limit, even slightly, everyone will generally assume that your driving while under the influence…
Woman charged with child endangerment after DWI stop
Drunk Driving Charges
Most New Yorkers never plan to drive while under the influence. Instead, they simply get in their cars to drive somewhere after having a drink or two, often without realizing that their blood alcohol content levels are above the legal limit. Once someone is arrested for DWI, however, the police do not care whether or…