Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is not a minor traffic offense—it’s a criminal charge with serious and lasting implications. In New York, being arrested for DWI can change your life in more ways than most people realize. At Obedin and Weissman, the focus is on defending individuals throughout Suffolk County and beyond who are facing these
Being charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in New York is a serious legal matter that can have lasting consequences on your record, driving privileges, and future opportunities. But what exactly is the best outcome if you’re facing a DWI charge in New York? The answer depends on the circumstances of your case—but some outcomes
A conviction for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in New York State brings with it more than fines and potential jail time—it also results in the temporary or long-term loss of your driving privileges. For many people, this creates a huge disruption to daily life, affecting everything from work to family responsibilities. That’s why one of
If you’ve been convicted of Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in New York, it’s natural to wonder if there’s a way to remove that conviction from your record. The answer used to be very discouraging—once you had a DWI on your record, it was there for life. But as of November 2024, that changed. Thanks to
If you’ve been charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in New York, one of the first questions you may have is whether the case can be dismissed. The short answer is yes—but only under specific legal circumstances. DWI dismissals in NY are possible, but they aren’t common unless certain statutory or constitutional conditions are met.
Getting arrested for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in New York is a serious legal matter—and one of the most immediate consequences is often the loss of your driver’s license. Whether you’re facing a misdemeanor or felony charge, a DWI conviction in New York can lead to either a suspension or a revocation of your driving
If you’ve been charged with a DWI in Suffolk County, New York, one of the most common questions is: “Do I have to go to jail, or can I get probation?” The answer depends on several factors, including your prior record, the severity of the offense, and how your case is handled in court. Probation
Being arrested for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in New York is a serious matter with potentially life-altering consequences. Many people facing this charge want to know whether it’s possible to reduce or “plea down” a DWI to a lesser offense. The answer is yes, in some cases it is possible—but the outcome depends on several
In New York, getting arrested for a DUI (Driving Under the Influence), legally referred to as DWI (Driving While Intoxicated), triggers an immediate impact on your ability to drive. Whether you’ll be able to drive again—and how soon—depends on several legal procedures and administrative decisions that follow the arrest. According to Ira Weissman, a veteran
If you’ve been charged with DWI in New York, one of the first questions you’re likely to ask is whether the charge can be reduced. The good news is that under the right circumstances, a DWI can be reduced—but it depends heavily on the facts of your case, your criminal history, and the skill of