Syracuse Criminal Law Blog
How drunk driving can affect your education
You made a mistake. You had one too many drinks and decided to take yourself home. You are now facing a DWI. It’s important that you understand how those charges can change your life, including your education. If you are entering college or are a college student, be...
Protecting Driving Privileges After a DWI Charge
Drunk driving is a serious legal matter that carries with it significant consequences for individuals who are convicted and charged with DWI crimes. A drunk driving conviction is more than a black mark or points on a person’s driving record – it is the possible loss...
Possible license penalties for repeat DWI charges
Getting to drive on the open road is a privilege. But if you’ve gotten a DWI before, it’s worth considering that you could lose this luxury if you don’t plan a sober ride. Sometimes the only thing on your mind after a night of drinks is getting home. Thanks to public...
An Unexpected Consequence of a DWI Charge
A night out with friends can become a nightmare if a Syracuse resident is stopped and arrested for suspected drunk driving. In New York, DWI charges can carry serious legal consequences if the affected individuals are convicted of their alleged crimes. New Yorkers...
Powerful Upstate lawmaker not seeking reelection after DWI arrest
Brian Kolb has been an integral part of politics and thes New York State Assembly for decades. First elected in 2000, he won re-election nine times and rose to the powerful Assembly Minority Leader position in 2009. Without question, Kolb has long been a prime mover...
Will new regulation increase witness intimidation?
If accused of a crime, there may be witnesses that claim they saw you committing the crime, in which case the prosecuting attorney often requests that the witness testify against you. The prosecutor is required to inform the defendant of the evidence against them, but...
Times investigation uncovers flaws in breath test evidence
More than 1 million Americans are accused of driving drunk each year. Those charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) are usually prosecuted over the results from a battery of tests, including a breath test. Whether it’s on the side of the road or at a police...
Older drivers may process alcohol differently
If you have been a drinker throughout your adult life, you may think you have a good idea of how much alcohol you can consume without becoming intoxicated. You should realize, though, that the human body processes alcohol differently after age 65. New York has...
How even one drink can lead to a DWI
You hear it over and over: Never get behind the wheel after consuming any amount of alcohol. It may seem like such generic advice that you disregard it. After all, how harmful can just one drink be? It would be so inconvenient to always have to wait to drive or catch...
Possible record options for a New York DWI
People do not usually intend to drive while intoxicated. However, it is not uncommon for parties to underestimate their intoxication level. If you or a loved one have a DWI on your record, it can have lasting effects on your future. In the state of New York,...
