A DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) charge in New York City can happen to anyone. Police issue DWI arrests and tickets when a driver is accused of operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher. However, even drivers with lower BAC levels can face charges under DWAI (Driving While Ability Impaired) laws. Those most often charged include:
A DWI in NYC may be issued if
A DWI is one of the most serious traffic-related charges in New York. Penalties may include
Pleading guilty to a DWI may feel like the easiest way to move on, but the consequences are long-lasting.
A conviction for driving while intoxicated is a serious matter that will result in a criminal record with stiff penalties.
If you are convicted of driving with a blood alcohol content of above the legal limit, there is a mandatory fine of $1,000 that can go as high as $2,500. Additionally, there is the potential of a jail sentence of up to a year along with the revocation of your driver’s license. Other consequences include significantly increased insurance premiums.
A DWI charge does not have to end in a conviction. Our attorneys aggressively challenge every part of the case.
Our NYC traffic attorneys regularly defend drivers against all types of driving and traffic issues. In many cases, we can have charges reduced or even dismissed through strong legal defense.
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