If you live in New York and end up getting a traffic violation in Pennsylvania, it's perfectly natural to wonder if that violation will affect your New York driving record. Issues like points and offenses on your record can impact a lot of things. These include...
Drug DWIs can carry serious penalties
In New York state, it is illegal to drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. You may be subject to additional penalties if you refuse to submit to a chemical test, and this is generally true even if you aren't convicted of a DUI charge. The potential...
The basics of DWAI/DWI charges in New York
All states enforce DUI laws, though the charges and names of the offenses vary. Regardless of the charges, drivers could face stiff court fines and jail time as well as varying charges. Police commonly charge drivers in New York with driving while intoxicated (DWI) or...
An officer was injured after being hit by a drunk driver
A police officer in New York has been hospitalized after being struck by a drunk driver. The officer was driving an unmarked vehicle while searching the highway for people driving under the influence. As he started to make a left turn, he was struck by another vehicle...
What penalties come with a first DWI charge in New York?
If you or someone you love will soon face criminal driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges in New York, you may wonder about the penalties. New York does not take kindly to impaired driving and has very strict penalties in place to deter potential offenders. Driving...
3 things you can do to avoid a DUI this holiday season
The holidays are here, and that means there are parties and family gatherings with plenty of alcoholic beverages. You like to drink with your friends, and as a young adult, why wouldn't you? Having one before you hit the road won't necessarily leave you with a blood...
