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A suppression hearing is a pretrial proceeding in which a New York court decides whether police obtained evidence lawfully and whether it may be used at trial. It does not determine guilt or innocence. Instead, the court examines the legality of the traffic stop and arrest, the admissibility of the driver’s statements, and the legal...
New York has no set THC limit for drivers, making Marijuana DWAI cases different from alcohol DWI cases based on a BAC reading. Prosecutors instead look at evidence such as driving behavior, officer observations, roadside sobriety tests, a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) evaluation, and toxicology results. When cannabis and alcohol are involved together, a driver...
We know that driving in New York State can be stressful, especially since police on Long Island closely monitor traffic violations. Law enforcement is particularly strict when it comes to drunk driving, and the consequences and cost of being convicted of a DWI can be life-changing. Suppose you are stopped on the road in NY...
Being involved in a car accident can be one of the most stressful moments in a driver’s life. In the confusion and panic that follow, some people make the critical mistake of leaving the scene without stopping, exchanging information, or notifying the police. Under New York Vehicle and Traffic Law § 600, this act, known...
Being pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving can be one of the most stressful experiences a driver can face. What begins as a simple traffic stop can quickly escalate into a full DWI investigation, often leaving drivers confused about their rights and what evidence law enforcement is allowed to use. In New York, every...
If your New York driver’s license has been suspended following a DWI arrest, you may be wondering how to regain your legal ability to drive. Depending on the stage of your case and your personal circumstances, you may qualify for either a Hardship Privilege or a Conditional License. While both offer limited driving privileges, they...
