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Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is a serious offense in New York State, with strict laws and significant penalties designed to deter impaired driving.
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Limits:
- General Drivers: A BAC of 0.08% or higher constitutes DWI.
- Commercial Drivers: A BAC of 0.04% or higher is considered DWI.
- Underage Drivers: Drivers under 21 with a BAC between 0.02% and 0.07% violate the Zero Tolerance Law, facing administrative penalties rather than criminal charges.
Types of Alcohol and Drug-Related Violations:
- Driving While Ability Impaired by Alcohol (DWAI/Alcohol): BAC between 0.05% and 0.07% or other evidence of impairment.
- Driving While Intoxicated (DWI): BAC of 0.08% or higher or other evidence of intoxication.
- Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated (Aggravated DWI): BAC of 0.18% or higher.
- Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs (DWAI/Drug): Operating under the influence of drugs other than alcohol.
- Driving While Ability Impaired by a Combination of Alcohol and Drugs (DWAI/Combination): Operating under the influence of both alcohol and drugs.
Implied Consent Law:
New York’s Implied Consent Law mandates that drivers submit to chemical testing (blood, breath, urine, or saliva) if suspected of impaired driving. Refusal results in automatic license suspension, regardless of conviction status.
Leandra’s Law:
Enacted in 2009, Leandra’s Law makes it a felony to drive intoxicated with a child passenger under 16. Penalties include up to four years in prison and mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device.
Additional Resources:
New York State Department of Motor Vehicles – Alcohol and Drug-Related Violations
New York State Police – Impaired Driving
New York Courts – DWI Information
It’s crucial to understand and adhere to New York’s DWI laws to ensure safety and avoid severe legal consequences.
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This review comes from someone with a law degree from NYC. I landed on Michael after a thorough review online of his background and DWI experience. It's hard to think where my life and career would be right now if I entrusted my case (which involved an aggressive NYPD traffic stop leading to a DWI charge) to any other lawyer I considered. Michael displayed the perfect combination of factors: he aggressively defended me, respectfully contested any and all prosecutorial overstepping, understood exactly how/where their case was weak, and all the while kept me at ease in an otherwise stressful situation. And that was no easy task - my case kept getting adjourned because the prosecution was never ready. And while I wasn't thrilled that the court kept making me appear (over a year and half - one of the longest cases on the docket), Michael was there for me every step of the way. What did all that amount to? A DWI charge reduced to community service - no probation, no suspension, no major disruption to my life. While you must keep in mind that every case is different, one sure guarantee is that if Michael takes your case, he WILL defend you to the fullest. By the end, I considered Michael a friend as much as a lawyer.
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Mike helped me out with a DUI case i was involved with. He was informative and extremely good his job. Facing some serious charges he was able to help me with being charged for an infraction. The fine was reduced and i will have to take a class. Unfortunately, my license will be suspended but he was able to get a stay for 20 days so i can work and figure out what i will have to do for the future running my business. I highly recommend Mr. Discioarro.
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Michael is truly the best at what he does. Great guy, very down to earth, straight forward and upfront. He makes the most stressful situations feel very light. After some research online, i found him and read some reviews that prompted me to set up a meeting resulting in me hiring him. After my dwi, my car was impounded. He helped me get it back very quickly and was in contact with me every step of the way. He reponded to any questions, messages, or phone calls in a timely fashion. After many court dates, my case eventually got dismissed thanks his dedication and hard work. I would highly recommend him.
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Michael is a great man and more specifically a great lawyer, after being arrested for a DWI in New York, I thought I was done for and I would have to spend time in jail. Michael helped me through the entire process, showing me what I needed to do to beat the case as best as possible. He was upfront and honest with me and told me what will happen and how things were to turn out. I did what I had to do, going through an alcohol program, fixing my driver's license and showing up for ever court appearance. After numerous court appearances, the case was dropped down to a traffic infraction. I felt relieved and happy to know that I only had to pay a $300 fine. I've kept in contact with Mike ever since and even referring him to others that got caught up one night. Thanks again Michael
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