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If you have been arrested for drunk driving in New York, you could face significant consequences, even if this is your first DWI offense. Challenging the charges with the assistance of an experienced Orange County, New York, DWI defense lawyer can make a considerable difference in the outcome of your case. The Law Office of Alan L. Joseph offers the experience, skill, and commitment you need to combat DWI charges. Call 845-201-9475 or contact me online to arrange an appointment. New York First Offense DWI PenaltiesWith more than 30 years of criminal law experience, I understand how high the stakes are for clients facing charges for drinking and driving. I help clients understand the penalties and work hard to minimize the charges, and ultimately the penalties. Without the help of an experienced DWI defense attorney, you could face first-offense DWI penalties such as: - Fines between $500 and $1,000
- Jail time up to one year
- Driver's license suspension up to six months
If convicted for drunk driving in New York, in addition to fines, jail time, and driver's license suspension, you could face collateral consequences such as motor vehicle penalties, driver responsibility assessments, and other costs. Additionally, due to enhancements to New York's DWI Link to DWI/DUI & traffic tickets laws in 2010, all drivers convicted of drunk driving must install an ignition interlock device (IID) on all vehicles the individual intends to drive. Driving a vehicle not installed with an ignition interlock device during the required time frame is a separate criminal offense and can result in additional penalties. Goshen Attorney: Second (2nd) DUI/DWI OffenseA DWI conviction can follow you for years. In fact, if you are charged with a second DWI/DUI within 10 years from a prior DWI conviction, you will be charged with felony DWI: - Fines between $1,000 and $5,000
- Jail time up to four years (mandatory five days' jail time or 30 days of community service)
- Driver's license revocation for at least one year
Penalties increase with each repeat offense or with aggravating factors, such as having children in the car, having high blood alcohol content (BAC) levels (above .18) or causing a DWI accident which results in injuries or fatalities. If you have been arrested for drunk driving, it is important to understand that you do have options. There are strategies to challenge DWI charges and minimize the consequences. Talk with an experienced New York DWI defense lawyer. Contact the Law Office of Alan L. Joseph to arrange a consultation.
Law Office of Alan L. Joseph
261 Greenwich Avenue
Goshen, NY 10924
Phone: 845-201-9475
Fax: (845) 294-1447
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