McAdam & Fallon:
A cultural stigma has become associated with drunk driving that
was not present in our society even a decade ago. Public perception
categorizes people charged with drunk driving as criminals, even
before they have been convicted of any crime. Being arrested for
drunk driving, driving under the influence (DUI), or driving while
intoxicated (DWI) can be an unsettling proposition, to say the
least. A DUI - DWI conviction in New York carries with it heavy
penalties, including:
- A permanent criminal
record
- Suspension or loss of license
- Increased
insurance rates
- Community service
- Possible jail or
prison time
- Alcohol assessment and
treatment
- Probation
- Vehicle immobilization or
forfeiture
- Serious fines
- Possible job
loss
If you have been arrested or accused of drunk
driving, DUI, DWI, vehicular homicide, or any other alcohol-related
criminal offense, you are probably frightened, confused, and
concerned about your future and that of your family. The selection
of an experienced attorney is the first step towards regaining
control of your life.