Arrested For DWI?
In New York State 20,000 people a year are arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI). If you are arrested for Driving While Intoxicated in New York, you are facing serious legal challenges that could have long-lasting consequences if you are convicted.
The process typically begins with your arrest, followed by an arraignment where the charges are formally presented against you. At this point, you will often be required to post a bond to be released from custody pending further legal proceedings. The bond typically ranges from $500 to $5,000 depending on the circumstances of your arrest and past criminal history.
A DWI conviction carries severe penalties, including the possibility of prison time, which varies depending on circumstances specific to your case, such as prior offenses or whether an accident or injury occurred. In addition to potential prison, you face hefty fines that could significantly impact your financial situation.
Community service is another common penalty for a DWI conviction, which requires you to perform a set number of hours in a community-based program or organization. You will be required to take classes in safe driving that incur another expense plus investment of your time.
A conviction will almost certainly lead to the suspension of your driver’s license, which could range from a few months to a year or longer, depending on the specifics of the case. The suspension would severely limit your ability to drive, making it difficult to get to work, school, or other essential activities.
Moreover, a DWI conviction could lead to a permanent loss of your driving privileges, depending on the severity of the offense and whether there were any past criminal offenses. This could make it extremely challenging to go about daily life, especially in areas where public transportation options are limited.
In addition to these immediate legal consequences, a DWI conviction can also affect your future job prospects. Many employers conduct background checks, and a criminal record for DWI could make it difficult to secure certain positions, particularly those that require driving or involve high levels of responsibility. This can limit your career opportunities and have a long-term impact on your professional life.
Given the serious legal, financial, and personal consequences of a DWI conviction in New York, it is important to seek experienced legal counsel who can help navigate the complexities of the legal system and work toward the best possible outcome for your case. Contact the Law Office of Michael S. Discioarro to defend your rights and fight New York City DWI charges. Mr. Discioarro is a criminal defense attorney who can challenge and beat NYC DWI charges in court. Get your license back – Contact a NYC DWI Lawyer, call 917-519-8417.
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I am a professional that was accused of bogus charges that could have ruined my career and could have led to my incarceration. I was arrested for these charges. Due to Michael’s strenuous representation my case was dismissed after the second Court appearance. Michael kept me informed about the status of my case, answered all my calls, was always readily available to speak and calmed my fears when they came up. The advice he gave me on what to do after my arrest was priceless. Michael always answered my questions very clearly and his positive attitude kept me calm in a very tumultuous time of my life. I am forever grateful.
I am a professional that was accused of bogus charges that could have ruined my career and could have led to my incarceration. I was arrested for these charges. Due to Michael’s strenuous representation my case was dismissed after the second Court appearance. Michael kept me informed about the status of my case, answered all my calls, was always readily available to speak and calmed my fears when they came up. The advice he gave me on what to do after my arrest was priceless. Michael always answered my questions very clearly and his positive attitude kept me calm in a very tumultuous time of my life. I am forever grateful.
Michael Discioarro handled my DWI case and I have nothing but amazing things to say. After our initial meeting I didn’t have to worry about anything. He kept me updated on my case and even sent me reminders of my court dates. He was always on time, prepared and professional. I would definitely recommend him as an attorney to any of my family and friends. Completely satisfied.
He gets the job done.I Was facing criminal charges and Mr Discioarro was able to get my case dismissed. Thank you. Great job. Please hire him if you are facing similar issues.
This review comes from someone with a law degree from NYC. I landed on Michael after a thorough review online of his background and DWI experience. It's hard to think where my life and career would be right now if I entrusted my case (which involved an aggressive NYPD traffic stop leading to a DWI charge) to any other lawyer I considered. Michael displayed the perfect combination of factors: he aggressively defended me, respectfully contested any and all prosecutorial overstepping, understood exactly how/where their case was weak, and all the while kept me at ease in an otherwise stressful situation. And that was no easy task - my case kept getting adjourned because the prosecution was never ready. And while I wasn't thrilled that the court kept making me appear (over a year and half - one of the longest cases on the docket), Michael was there for me every step of the way. What did all that amount to? A DWI charge reduced to community service - no probation, no suspension, no major disruption to my life. While you must keep in mind that every case is different, one sure guarantee is that if Michael takes your case, he WILL defend you to the fullest. By the end, I considered Michael a friend as much as a lawyer.
Mr. Discioarro, is a stellar Attorney. I've used Attorneys before and they were never, truly, interested in you. They were more concerned about their future in politics or becoming a Judge. Mr. Discioarro is the rare Attorney that is deeply concerned about his clients well-being and fights very hard for you. Though I find most Attorneys, to be cowards in front of the Judge, Mr. Discioarro does not back down and isn't afraid to fight on your behalf. I would recommend him to anyone that finds themselves in a precarious situation that is seemingly hopeless. He is definitely the go to man to help you in your times of trouble. Thank you Mr. Discioarro for all you have done.
Michael was always honest which is key, professional and most importantly he got the job done. My case was won and I couldn't be happier. I would definitely suggest him.
Mike helped me out with a DUI case i was involved with. He was informative and extremely good his job. Facing some serious charges he was able to help me with being charged for an infraction. The fine was reduced and i will have to take a class. Unfortunately, my license will be suspended but he was able to get a stay for 20 days so i can work and figure out what i will have to do for the future running my business. I highly recommend Mr. Discioarro.
I would give him twenty stars if I could!
Mr. Discioarro is very professional, honest, trustworthy, and kind, but is also a tenacious attorney who fought hard for justice for me. He has a great sense of humor which helped ease my mind and distract me from focusing on the uncertainty of how long my case could drag out. He informed me of what to expect every step of the way with my case, which is now DISMISSED!!! It was such a pleasure working with him, and he helped me maintain my sanity, my freedom, my reputation, and my job. He is the best (and will be the last) attorney I've hired!