Failure to pay or respond to a traffic ticket in New York leads to harsher penalties. If you received a ticket recently, read the information carefully. However, this does not mean you should automatically plead guilty. According to the Institute for Traffic Safety...
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Optimizing your use of an ignition interlock device
The requirement to have an ignition interlock device in your vehicle is certainly a better outcome than having no driving privileges at all. Your compliance can help you maintain your driver's license and also support you in developing safer habits. When you...
How legal is marijuana these days?
Marijuana is legal in New York both medically and recreationally as of March 31st, 2021. Along with its legalization, many other initiatives seek to expunge past criminal records involving small-scale criminal charges. It is a big change considering the previous...
Tips to avoid aggressive driving behavior
When combined with construction, poor road conditions and bad weather, sharing New York roads with big trucks and hundreds of passenger vehicles at the same time becomes a challenge. According to the United States Vehicle Registration Service, LLC, more than one-third...
What should you expect out of anger management?
When it comes to charges that involve violence, anger management can make a world of difference in your life and may look better in the eyes of the law. If you face charges for violent crime, anger management may help you avoid reoffending. According to Mayo Clinic,...
How should you handle questions from the police?
You may find yourself face-to-face with a police officer asking questions. No matter the reasons for the inquiries, you deserve to know how to handle the situation. The ACLU helps New York citizens understand and protect their rights. Learn when to speak and when to...
What are the penalties for drunk driving in New York?
With the holiday season rapidly approaching, you will probably have lots of parties and events coming up. If you drink and drive after an event and law enforcement requests chemical testing, you could face some serious penalties. According to the New York State...
What to know about dashboard cameras and traffic tickets
If you have ever been pulled over for a traffic violation, you know the feeling of dread when you see those flashing lights in your rearview mirror. What happens, however, when the officer writes you a ticket for something you know you did not do? Dashboard cameras,...
What causes false breath analysis test results?
A few nights ago, New York police pulled you over for suspicion of drunk driving. The breath test results came back positive, but were they accurate? Alcohol Problems and Solutions explores what triggers false breath analysis test results. Determine the validity of...
Are ignition interlock devices mandatory in New York?
Ignition interlock devices can help cut down on drunk driving. These devices require you to take a test to prove you do not have alcohol in your system before you start your vehicle. If you do not pass the test, your vehicle will not start. Courts across the country...
