There are a lot of ways to ruin perfectly fine evenings out in New York, with friends. One is to get pulled over by police on your way home on suspicion of drunk driving. Since, as the saying goes, anything you say or do could be used against you in court, it's really...
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1 facing drunk driving charges after crash at construction site
Being accused of driving under the influence of alcohol can be a stressful and intimidating experience. A conviction for similar charges carries serious consequences, which may only become more severe should an accident occur, especially if another party suffers...
Hit-and-run collision leads to drunk driving charges for 1 man
A 62-year-old man has recently been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol following a recent motor vehicle accident in New York in which he allegedly fled the scene. Leaving the scene of a collision is never advisable, and may only increase...
1 accused of drunk driving and endangering the safety of minors
The penalties for a conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol are serious, and may only grow in severity if children are involved. Those who are accused of drunk driving under similar circumstances may wish to protect themselves by challenging the charges,...
1 facing DWI charges following pedestrian-related collision
Facing accusations of driving under the influence can be a stressful and daunting experience. The penalties for a drunk driving conviction are serious and may only increase in severity if a collision occurs in the process, especially one causing major injuries. A...
New York man accused of DUI following cyclist-related collision
In areas of dense population, many individuals may choose to travel via alternative forms of transportation, such as a bicycle. With much less in the way of protective barriers, cyclists and drivers both have a duty of care to follow to prevent a dangerous accident. A...
Traffic stop leads to drunk driving charges for New York man
The penalties for driving under the influence are serious, and the consequences of a conviction may only increase in severity if additional charges are present. Those accused of similar crimes may find it beneficial to seek guidance in the early stages of the process...
1 accused of drunk driving after recent accident in New York
There are a multitude of circumstances in which a car accident may occur. Perhaps one of the more prevalent causes is intoxication, since impairment inherently reduces a person's reaction time and ability to make sound decisions while driving. A recent accident in New...
Single car wreck leads to drunk driving charges in New York
Impairment has been a contributing factor in many motor vehicle accidents throughout the years. Those who are accused of drunk driving face severe consequences if a conviction is obtained, perhaps even more so if a dangerous accident occurs in the process. A woman is...
Unsafe lane changes lead to drunk driving accusations for 1
There are numerous reasons that a person in New York or elsewhere might exhibit erratic behavior out on the road, some of which generally aren't considered a crime. Medical conditions can induce impairment at any given moment, potentially causing disorientation and/or...
