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On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Aug 11, 2022 | DWI
Getting a DWI in New York is not good for any kind of career. But it can be especially serious if you are a legal professional. Penalties for DUI are severe and can lead to jail time as well as fines. You may also be required to get treatment for alcohol or drug...
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Apr 8, 2022 | DWI
You can't always count on law enforcement to properly enforce the law. Sometimes, you have to know your rights in order to protect yourself from the inappropriate or downright illegal actions that officers might make in the field. If you are ever in the uncomfortable,...
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Nov 2, 2021 | Blog, DWI
Getting pulled over by a police officer in New York can be nerve racking for any driver. It’s almost always a surprise, and a lot of people feel unprepared for the interaction. If you prepare mentally ahead of time, the situation won’t catch you so off-guard. Pull...
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Aug 18, 2021 | DWI
Obviously, making the decision to drink and drive is never the best choice. However, just because a police officer in New York administers a Breathalyzer test that results in a DWI charge, all hope is not lost. There are steps that you can take to challenge the...
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Oct 14, 2020 | DWI
Fighting a DWI charge is an uphill battle if you go it alone. Do not go it alone. A skilled attorney can uncover many hidden facets surrounding your arrest and point out how you may be able to successfully fight the charge. You do not want a conviction on your record....
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Sep 22, 2020 | DWI
An evening out with friends, conversation and a few drinks preceded the situation in which you now find yourself: an arrest for drunk driving. To a point, you understand your predicament. A criminal conviction for DWI could mean incarceration, probation and excessive...
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Jun 26, 2020 | DWI
You already knew that drinking and driving is against the law in New York state. What you might not know is that there is more than one form of drinking and driving in the state's criminal code. Depending on what you are charged with, the penalties you could face can...
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Feb 24, 2020 | DWI
Drunk driving is a persistent social issue that causes millions of dollars in property damage and claims thousands of lives every year. Despite there being well-known laws that prohibit driving while under the influence of intoxicating substances, people still do it...
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Nov 16, 2019 | DWI
A recent investigation from the New York Times turned up surprising information about the validity of breathalyzer tests. Their findings confirm what attorneys know to be true: The results of breathalyzer tests are more often flawed than the public realizes. A little...
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Jul 18, 2019 | DWI
If law enforcement stops you on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, you will face stiff penalties, including the loss of your driving privileges. Leandra's Law may play a role in your life if the court convicts you of DWI. This law involves the installation of an...
