If you had the opportunity for a do-over, you would most likely choose not to drive drunk. Unfortunately, there are no do-overs in real life. Furthermore, New York prosecutors are not inclined to treat you lightly. If you face charges for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, please read on, then contact an experienced Rockland County DUI attorney to learn if you will go to jail if you get a DUI in New York.
Will a DUI lead to time in jail in New York?
That will depend on the number of times, if any, you have previously sustained convictions for this or related offenses. Nonetheless, the periods of incarceration for DUI convictions are as follows:
- First offense: Up to 1 year
- Second offense: 1 to 4 years
- Third offense: 1 to 7 years
How else might a DUI conviction hurt you?
Aside from jail time, you will likely have to pay significant fines, have your driver’s license suspended, need to install an ignition interlock device upon restoration of your license and more. A conviction for drunk driving in New York may result in you losing your job, damaging your good reputation and having to pay exorbitant insurance rates. With all of that in mind, you would be well advised to reach out to a skilled Rockland County criminal defense attorney to discuss your next steps and begin planning your defense.
How can a New York DUI defense lawyer help you avoid time in jail?
A skilled Rockland County criminal defense lawyer might have any number of defenses to utilize on your behalf. First off, it might turn out that the police did not have probable cause to pull you over or subject you to sobriety tests and thus, anything they allegedly discovered might be deemed inadmissible. The equipment they used to determine your blood alcohol content could very well have been improperly calibrated or malfunctioning on the date of the incident. Your underlying medical conditions and the medications you use to treat them might be erroneously mistaken for inebriation. The strategy your legal representative employs will depend on your unique circumstances. Do not face these charges alone. Please give us a call today.
Contact our experienced Rockland County firm
Those facing criminal charges in New York need a strong Rockland County criminal defense attorney who knows the ins and outs of the criminal justice system. Fortunately, our firm is ready to put over 30 years of experience to work for you. Call today or contact The Law Office of Carl Spector online to schedule a free confidential consultation. We are ready to help you go on living life positively, happily, and free from the burdens of a criminal conviction–all you have to do is ask.
