New York DMV Lawyers

NY DWI Attorneys Defending Your Driving Record From DWI Consequences

If you're convicted of DWI, you could end up with a permanent blot on your driving record, one that will drive up your insurance rates for years to come. Contacting an experienced New York DMV lawyer right away may help you avoid this serious consequence.

I'm Tom Anelli, the DWI Guy. I and the other attorneys at my firm are dedicated to doing everything we can to help clients throughout New York State avoid DWI and DWAI convictions on their driving records. No matter where you are charged in New York State, I'm confident my firm will give you the best possible outcome due to our extensive training and sole focus on DWI Defense. Contact us today to discuss your options.

Understanding New York Driving Records, Points and Insurance Rates

The DMV maintains driver's abstracts — also known as driving records — for all of the licensed drivers in New York state. These records include not only points that drivers have acquired under the New York points system but also all prior driving-related convictions.

It is important to understand that, while points from a DWI conviction may only stay on your driving record for 18 months, the DWI itself will remain on your record permanently.

One of the major consequences of a DWI conviction is dramatically higher insurance rates. Every insurance company sets its own rules, but depending on your insurance policy, this could come out to thousands of dollars per year for an indefinite number of years.

You should know that if you plead guilty to driving while ability impaired ( DWAI) as part of a plea bargain in your DWI case, your insurance company will probably treat this exactly the same as a DWI conviction. Many inexperienced attorneys do not realize this.

If you've been charged with any alcohol or drug-related driving offense in New York, don't hesitate to contact us to discuss your case with an experienced DMV lawyer.