Surviving a DWI Arrest in Hudson Valley, New York
A DWI arrest can be one of the most traumatic events in a person's life: a pull-over on a desolate road, interrogations by police, flashing lights, bizarre coordination tests, handcuffs, and very often, an arrest.
At Silver, Forrester & Lesser, P.C., we have over 45 years of experience in drunk driving defense. If you have been arrested for DWI, we will examine every part of your arrest to build the most compelling defense possible. Contact us online or call 845.764.4757 or toll free at 866.687.1338.
What Happens Next? You May Not Be Guilty.
If you have been arrested for drunk driving, you may feel hopeless. You may feel like your only option is to plead guilty and accept the penalties. However, pleading guilty is likely not your best option. This is why it is so important to hire an attorney who understands DWI law and knows how to fight drunk driving charges.
In over 45 years as a firm, we have successfully handled hundreds of DWI cases. As a former Executive Orange County assistant district attorney, I know how the other side prepares its cases. We apply this experience and knowledge towards our ultimate goal: to put you back in the legal position you were in the day before your arrest.
Should I refuse the breathalyzer test?
If you refuse the breathalyzer test at your DWI arrest, you face an automatic, one-year suspension of your driver's license. If you have been arrested for drunk driving and refused the chemical test (breath, blood, urine or saliva), contact our firm as soon as possible. If you are in that position, contact us immediately as we are available 24 hours a day.
Investigating the Arrest
In any DWI or DWAI case, it is important to investigate every facet of an arrest:
- What were the circumstances surrounding the arrest? Was there reasonable suspicion for the pull-over?
- Were field sobriety tests administered?
- Was a breathalyzer test given? If so, was the machine working properly?
- Was a blood sample taken to determine blood alcohol content (BAC)? If so, when and how was this test administered?
- Did the police gather any evidence illegally?
The more we know about the arrest, the better prepared we are to build your defense. If you have been arrested for drunk driving, do not wait to contact a criminal defense attorney. The clock is ticking.
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Contact Silver, Forrester & Lesser, P.C.
To discuss your DWI arrest with an attorney in the Hudson Valley or Catskills Region of New York, contact a lawyer online or call 845.764.4757 or toll free at 866.687.1338.
