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Consequences that can flow from a DWI
arrest and prosecution include:loss
of your driver’s license, heavy fines, court costs and
extensive administrative fees, probation, jail or state
prison, vehicle impoundment or forfeiture, an ignition
interlock device put on your car, etc. New York State treats Driving
While Intoxicated (“DWI”) seriously. The DWI
lawsare strict.
Aside from the more obvious legal
consequences of dealing with the police, the courts, and the
Department of Motor Vehicles (“DMV”), there are practical
consequences that often flow from a DWI arrest or
conviction. Since DWI is a crime, and a DWI conviction will
give you a permanent “criminal” record, you could lose your
job or be prevented certain future employment – especially if
it is State job, is law enforcement associated, or involves
driving. If you are a commercial driver, you could lose your
privilege to drive commercially for at least one year. A DWI
conviction can cause your insurance rates to skyrocket;
sometimes insurance companies will cancel your coverage
altogether. There are other, “hidden” DWI
penalties, such as limitations on travel outside of the
state or abroad. A DWI prosecution and conviction may bring
community service and substance abuse treatment.
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