New York DMV Institutes “Forfeit After Four” Rule for Repeated DWI Convictions
Drunk Driving Charges
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles announced a new “forfeit after four” policy. Drivers convicted of four drug-or alcohol-related driving incidents will now face the permanent loss of their New York driver’s license. The New “Forfeit After Four” Rule The new rule tightens up penalties for drivers who receive repeated DUI/DWI convictions. Under…
Bronx Judge Dismisses DWI Charges After Delay Under New York Speedy Trial Law
Drunk Driving Charges
If you were recently arrested in New York for driving while intoxicated or drug possession, you may be wondering whether your charges can be challenged or even dismissed based on how long the case has taken to move forward. A Bronx judge recently threw out a DWI and drug case after the accused waited months…
Driver charged with aggravated DWI after Westchester work zone crash
Drunk Driving Charges
A Connecticut man was arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) after a construction zone crash on I-95 in Westchester County, New York. New York State Police responded to reports of a two-vehicle collision in the northbound lanes of the interstate near the Mamaroneck exit. Authorities said Fabian Madera, 43, was traveling northbound in a Toyota…
Westchester man charged with felony DWI in hit-and-run crash
Drunk Driving Charges
A Westchester man was accused of drunk driving after a hit-and-run collision on Interstate 287 in Elmsford, New York. Authorities found that he had a previous driving while intoxicated (DWI) conviction within the last 10 years. Florencio Diaz, 39, was arrested for felony DWI. According to New York State Police, his vehicle allegedly sideswiped a…