If you find yourself facing drunk driving charges, your life could unravel quickly. Whether you lose your driving privileges, have to pay a steep fine, suffer damage to your reputation or even have to spend time behind bars, drunk driving charges are very serious....
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Why does drinking have higher risks for older adults?
While most people understand the risks of driving while under the influence of alcohol, you may not realize the impact alcohol has on you before picking up your keys. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, your body handles alcohol differently...
Compelling reasons to keep details about your case confidential
Facing criminal charges may leave you feeling frustrated and defensive. When people inquire about your circumstances, you may feel driven to defend yourself or clarify what really happened. However, talking about your situation may jeopardize your case and its...
What if I do not pay my traffic ticket?
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...
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...