If you do not speed, you will not get a speeding ticket. However, going over the posted speed limit is a common occurrence. Most people feel comfortable driving 5 mph over the limit, and law enforcement will usually not stop you at that speed. However, the law does...
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What should you know about breath analysis tests?
In New York, crash cases involving alcohol maintain a high percentage despite other changes in crash patterns. In 2018 alone, roughly 30 percent of all car crashes were related to alcohol in some way. This saw a 3.6 percent decrease from the previous year, but that...
What are assault and battery in New York?
The phrase, “You are under arrest for assault and battery'' is very commonplace in American crime dramas. In fact, people hear this phrase so often that they believe that assault and battery are the same things. The reality is that this is different between states. In...
What should you know about driver’s license points?
When you get a traffic ticket, you may not always consider the wider ramifications. A conviction for a traffic violation may cause you to earn points on your driver's license. According to the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the point system allows the...
What do you do if police knock on your door?
Having police at your door is a stressful experience no matter what. Despite what anyone may say about having no reason to feel nervous if you are not guilty, there is plenty of reason to be wary when interacting with law enforcement. It is important to know your...
What is the difference between a DWI and a DWAI charge?
If law enforcement stops you on suspicion of drunk driving, you may have concerns about the charges you may face and the potential consequences on your present and future. With the differing alcohol-related charges, however, you may not know what to expect. Although...
How do field sobriety tests factor into your case?
When an officer suspects you may have gotten behind the wheel under the influence, they have many tools that they may use to verify this suspicion. One of the first they will likely rely on is the field sobriety test. But what is this test? And how does it play into...
Do you need an attorney to fight a traffic ticket?
When you find yourself involved in a serious car crash in New York, you may not hesitate to hire an attorney to assist you with your case. When you receive a New York traffic violation, though, you may weigh the benefits and drawbacks of hiring an attorney before...
How can a criminal conviction impact your life?
Facing a criminal conviction at any age has the potential to severely impact your future. But for young adults and youth, a criminal conviction can keep you from even getting started in your adult life. In what ways do criminal convictions change and alter the...
Examining the true cost of a New York DWI
A New York conviction for drinking and driving may have personal, professional and financial repercussions. In addition to potentially making it harder for you to hold down a job or find a place to live, among other possible limitations, a New York DWI conviction is...
