Drivers involved in serious traffic accidents are often questioned by reporters while they are still suffering from the stress of the accident. In a recent accident on Long Island, the driver who allegedly caused the accident and was arrested for DWI was quoted by reports as admitting that he was high and apologizing to victims.…

This blog has frequently mentioned the enforcement of the New York statute known as Leandra’s Law and the increased penalties that can be imposed on drivers who are convicted of drinking and driving with children under the age of 15 in the car. A violation of the statute is an automatic felony, even for a…