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Looking for a reliable, approachable, and capable DUI or DWI lawyer in the Rochester, NY area? Attorney David Wade has helped clients fight against drunk driving charges since 2009. His grit, diligence, and encyclopedic knowledge of New York DUI laws make him an excellent choice for any client accused of driving while intoxicated. He runs a solo practice, which means he’ll always be available by text, phone, or email. Call attorney Wade when you need a lawyer who understands NY DWI laws in any of these areas:
- Rochester, NY
- Brockport, NY
- Gates, NY
- Greece, NY
- Monroe County, NY
- Livingston County, NY
- Avon, NY
- Webster, NY
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New York DUI Law: Know Your Rights
It’s happened to many of us. You’re at a party and you’ve had a few drinks. The night is winding down, and everyone is beginning to trickle out. Now, it’s your turn. You think you’ll be fine to drive – after all, you don’t feel drunk. You hop in your car and turn the keys, heading down the street towards home. Suddenly, everything changes. You hear the sirens first, and then you see the lights. You’re getting pulled over. At this point, it doesn’t matter what you do – you’re getting a DUI.
In New York, there are nearly 50,000 drunk driving arrests each year. College students are one of the most likely demographics to drink and drive. There are plenty of reasons for that, including newfound freedom and easy access to alcohol. While drinking and driving is never the right decision, it’s also unfair to treat these young adults as hardened criminals when they make a simple mistake.
In a DUI case, it’s crucial to hire a lawyer. An attorney can apply New York’s DUI laws to the facts of your case and give you an idea of the kind of punishments you’ll face.
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While the law specifically uses the term “DWI” instead of “DUI,” many lawyers, police officers, and other public officials use both terms interchangeably. There are two different types of intoxicated driving laws in NY: driving while intoxicated (DWI) and driving while ability impaired (DWAI). Both of these charges have different standards an offender must meet to be guilty:
- DWI – The standard drunk driving charge that will get you arrested in any state. If a police officer pulls over a driver with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08 or higher, the state can charge them with a DWI. In New York, the state can charge a driver with a DWI if their BAC is anywhere above .04 percent (.02 percent for drivers under the age of 21).
- DWAI – The driver’s abilities are impaired to “any extent.” This means that even if their BAC is below .08 at the time of their arrest, the police can still charge them with a DWAI. In NY, DWAI laws also cover any situation where a driver operated a vehicle high on drugs.
Regardless of which charge an offender receives, there can expect three main types of penalties. First, they may lose their driving privileges. Additionally, the state levy fines on or sentence jail time to a drunk driving offender. The best way to avoid these kinds of penalties for a DUI is to hire a lawyer to represent you.


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Attorney David Wade has helped clients in the Rochester, NY area fight against drunk driving charges since 2009. He is a friendly, professional young lawyer who is easy to talk to and eager to share his extensive knowledge of NY DWI laws. You don’t need to do this alone. There’s help. If you need a reliable lawyer for your DUI charge, call David Wade today. Discounts available for college students, veterans, and teachers!
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