Alcohol: It affects you at every level
You probably know that you cannot legally drive with a blood alcohol concentration of .08% or higher. However, did you know that you could be at risk of crashing and still be impaired below that level? Even a small amount of alcohol could impact you by impairing the way your body works. Here is more […]
Driving drugged: You may already be guilty by mistake
guilty of drugged driving? Easily enough: Prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs can and do cause impaired functioning in many people. Some may not even realize that they’re impaired when they get behind the wheel of their car. What drugs tend to lead to impaired driving? Almost any drug that has a mind-altering effect can leave you too […]
How a DWI can impact your ability to enter Canada
The consequences of a DWI conviction are far-reaching
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a serious crime with serious penalties. For that reason, it’s best to do whatever it takes to avoid putting yourself in a bad position. However, everyone makes mistakes, so it’s not out of the question that you could get behind the wheel after you’ve had too much alcohol to drink. […]
Recreational marijuana is legal in New Jersey. Where does New York stand?
New Jersey is one of the most recent states to jump on the bandwagon of legalizing recreational marijuana, joining places like Washington, Colorado and Michigan. While this form of marijuana is strictly controlled and taxed, like alcohol, it is now legal for those without a medical card to buy it and use it recreationally. As […]
Get an attorney if you’re facing citations and charges after a crash
If you are facing traffic citations, you may also face additional penalties. That’s why it’s a good idea to talk to your attorney. For example, if you were driving and are now accused of a DUI, you could also face reckless driving, speeding or other citations or charges. It’s worth taking some time to get […]
Your license protection options when facing DWI charges
A driving license, for most people, is not simply a document. It enables them to live their lives as they wish — from getting to work so that they can earn an income, to picking up their kids from school, to taking road trips with their family. Therefore, when a person loses their driver’s license, […]
You have every right to question a Breathalyzer test
It’s your right to question every aspect of your arrest, from the Breathalyzer test you received to the stop itself. As someone accused of a crime, it is worth your time to have your attorney look into your case and talk to you about mounting a defense. You should take time to protect your rights. […]
Police test blood, urine, breath or saliva in New York DUI cases
When police pull someone over for suspicion of impaired driving, it is common for officers to talk to the individual to see if they show signs of impairment or if they will admit to ingesting alcohol or other drugs before getting behind the wheel. If an individual confesses to consuming intoxicating substances or if they […]
Is there a standard of impairment for drugs when driving?
Any kind of impaired driving charge can bring major consequences, ranging from career implications to increased insurance costs. However, driving while ability impaired (DWAI/Drug) or drugged driving charges may carry increased social stigma and secondary consequences for those who wind up convicted or who plead guilty to such charges when compared with standard alcohol-related charges. With alcohol-related […]