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Driving under the influence of alcohol is one of the most common causes of car accidents in the state of New York. Therefore, first-time offenders of such offenses cannot walk away with relatively minor penalties. Whether you’re the victim of an accident caused by a drunk driver or are charged with a DWI, hiring Long Island attorneys for DWI/DUI criminal cases can help ensure your rights are protected.
Langella & Langella is a Long Island personal injury law firm that operates in the five boroughs of the city. Our team of attorneys trained and experienced in this field ensures that we understand the details of your case, collect the necessary evidence, and create a strategy to help you achieve the most favorable outcome in the given circumstances.
Langella & Langella is a personal injury law firm with a specialized team of attorneys for DWI/DUI criminal cases in Long Island. Thus, we know how such charges can ruin a person’s life. Our team of attorneys collaborates with you closely to understand every detail of your case to determine a defense strategy that can help you achieve the most favorable outcome in your case.
Note that the details below are for DWI/DUI Criminal Cases in New York State. Other states may have different laws regarding the amount of alcohol or other intoxicants consumed.
DUI Cases
DUI stands for “driving under the influence,” and it can include a driver’s impairment from various substances. Thus, alcohol or other mind-influencing substances, such as prescription drugs (hydrocodone or oxycodone), marijuana, or other hard drugs.
DWI Cases
DWI stands for “driving while intoxicated,” and it’s usually used for drivers who have consumed alcohol before driving. The police will conduct a quick test to determine the alcohol content in your blood.
Aggravated DWI
You can also be charged with an aggravated DWI case if your BAC is 0.18% or more. The penalties for this case can be much more severe than a typical DWI case, so you should hire DWI/DUI attorneys in Suffolk County to help you fight your case.
DWAI Cases
DWAI, “driving while ability impaired,” is typically less severe than a DWI case because the driver must have a BAC level between 0.050% and 0.079%. Moreover, they must exhibit impairment by alcohol and/or drugs “to any extent.” A DWAI can have more significant penalties than a DWI if there is a combination of alcohol and drugs found in the driver’s system.
Misdemeanor and felony charges are indelible, meaning they will always stay on your permanent criminal record. Such records can reduce your opportunities for seeking employment, acquiring a home, getting car insurance, and more. Thus, it’s critical that you do not commit such crimes.
You should note that under CPL 160.59, you may be able to apply for conviction sealing after a decade since your conviction. Speak to your attorney if that is possible in your case because it can occur in unique circumstances.
Michael Langella & Lindsay Langella, are experienced attorneys who have a proven track record of success in DWI/DUI criminal cases. We will secure the best possible outcome for you. We understand the nuances of such cases, allowing us to create a defense strategy that can potentially get the most favorable outcome in your case. Therefore, in these cases, here’s how our firm can help.
We'll reach out to your loved ones for you about aspects of your case if needed.
We'll consult any third-party experts who can help support your case.
We'll collect critical evidence pertaining to your case.
To get the most favorable outcome we'll develop a custom strategy for your case.
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