DWI Overview

Rockland County DWI Lawyer

If you are arrested and charged with a DWI (driving while intoxicated) in Rockland County, New York, you will be involved in two separate cases. One part of your case will involve the criminal court system, where you will face misdemeanor or felony charges depending on the circumstances of the incident. The other part of your case will involve the administrative penalties of the DMV, which can revoke or suspend your driver's license. Having an experienced attorney in your corner as soon as possible can impact the outcome of your DWI case in both areas. That is why I recommend that you contact me immediately if you are facing DWI charges.

As a Rockland County DWI attorney, I focus primarily on DWI defense and have extensive experience in this field. As a former Senior Assistant District Attorney in Rockland County, I headed the office's DWI bureau and dealt with countless numbers of cases. I know how the prosecution approaches DWI cases in Rockland County and can create an effective defense on your behalf, which may help you avoid a conviction or minimize the consequences of DWI charges.

You will be charged with a DWI if your blood alcohol content (BAC) is 0.08 or above on a chemical test. Even if your driving was not affected by alcohol, you can still be charged if you BAC is at or above the legal limit. You can also be charged with a DWI if your driving ability is impaired, as observed and reported by a police officer, regardless of your BAC. According to the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law, intoxication is defined as a condition where you lack the necessary physical and mental skills to operate a motor vehicle in the manner that any reasonable and prudent driver would.

On a first drunk driving conviction, charged as a misdemeanor, you face penalties of up to 1 year in jail, $500.00 to $1,000.00 in fines, mandatory State surcharges and the loss of your driver's license for at least 6 months. You may be required to have an alcohol evaluation and may have to attend an alcohol education class following your conviction. Other DWI penalties include probation, community service, and the installation of an ignition interlock device, which will prevent your vehicle from starting until you provide an acceptable breath test. If you engage my services as your Rockland County DWI lawyer, I will work vigorously on your behalf to help you avoid these penalties.

Contact the Rockland County DWI Attorney at the firm today if you have been arrested for a DWI anywhere in Rockland County.