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Under New York Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL) § 1192(2), prosecutors must prove a BAC of 0.08% or higher at the time of operation, not merely at the time of testing. The rising blood alcohol concentration (BAC) defense argues that a driver’s BAC may still have been climbing after the traffic stop. In some cases,...

A Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction in New York now carries 11 points under the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) point system. It is also a criminal offense that can lead to license revocation, fines, jail time, and a criminal record. Any additional moving violations charged at the time of the arrest...

Yes, you can go to jail for a Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction under New York Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL) Section 1192. A first-offense DWI is an unclassified misdemeanor that carries up to one year in jail. However, jail time is not mandatory for a first offense. Repeat offenses, a high blood alcohol content...

A Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction in New York can put a professional career at risk. For many licensed professionals regulated under New York Education Law § 6509, a misdemeanor DWI can trigger a separate disciplinary process that may lead to an investigation, public discipline, suspension, or loss of a license on top of the...

A Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction in New York can raise your car insurance rates by 50% or more, and the financial impact may last for years. However, the amount you pay depends on several factors, including your insurer, your driving history, and where you live on Long Island or elsewhere in the state. Some...

A Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction in New York may involve more than just a court fine. A first offense can lead to several costs, including court fines, DMV fees, insurance increases, and other financial consequences that may last for years.  At the Law Offices of Jason Bassett, P.C., Suffolk County DWI defense lawyer Jason...