Larkin Ingrassia Andrews Criminal Defense Attorneys | August 26, 2026 | DWI
A DWI arrest does not automatically mean a conviction. It can feel that way, but an arrest is an accusation, not a verdict. New York prosecutors still have to prove the charge beyond a reasonable doubt, and that burden is higher than many people charged with DWI realize. There is no single defense that wins […]
Larkin Ingrassia Andrews Criminal Defense Attorneys | August 21, 2026 | DWI
An arrest for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs can disrupt far more than one night. In Orange County, NY, an impaired driving case can threaten your license, cost you money, interfere with your job, and create criminal consequences that follow you well after the case ends. New York has several offenses covering […]
Larkin Ingrassia Andrews Criminal Defense Attorneys | August 12, 2026 | DUI \ DWI
New York has strict rules for drivers under age 21 who drink alcohol and get behind the wheel. An underage driver does not need to have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% to face consequences. The state’s zero-tolerance law applies at much lower BAC levels, and higher readings can lead to more serious proceedings […]
Larkin Ingrassia Andrews Criminal Defense Attorneys | February 9, 2026 | DWI
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) in New York carries serious penalties that can increase with each subsequent offense. A first-time conviction can already result in substantial fines, in addition to a possible jail sentence. Repeat offenses, however, can come with mandatory minimum penalties and felony charges that can significantly impact your life. Learning about how these […]
Larkin Ingrassia Andrews Criminal Defense Attorneys | December 29, 2025 | DWI
In Orange County, New York, driving while intoxicated (DWI) results in harsh penalties, both criminal and administrative, which become more severe with each additional violation. To name just a few examples of many, repeat offenders can face mandatory jail sentences and longer license suspensions that first-time offenders may not be subject to. Learning about how […]
Larkin Ingrassia Andrews Criminal Defense Attorneys | August 26, 2025 | DWI
This question of how long alcohol stays on your breath is important because one of the most common tools used in DWI arrests is the breathalyzer test. These devices estimate your blood alcohol content (BAC) based on the amount of alcohol detected in your breath. Knowing how long alcohol lingers on your breath makes the […]
Larkin Ingrassia Andrews Criminal Defense Attorneys | August 15, 2025 | DWI
Being arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) is overwhelming. Along with the potential for fines, license suspension, and even jail time, many people also want to know whether their case will actually go to trial. In New York, most DWI cases resolve through plea agreements, but some do make it into a courtroom. Learning about […]
Larkin Ingrassia Andrews Criminal Defense Attorneys | March 25, 2025 | DWI
In New York, it is a Class E felony to operate a vehicle in an intoxicated state with a child under the age of 16 as a passenger. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Recently, a mother in New York struck another vehicle on a busy highway and then fled the scene of […]