A 25-year-old Haverstraw man is now facing several criminal charges, including DWI, resulting from an incident in which he allegedly attacked a police officer during a traffic stop. His passenger, a 30-year-old from Garnerville, also faces charges in the incident. The drunk driving and other charges leveled against both the driver and passenger make it […]
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An individual who is convicted of a traffic offense may be subject to penalties such as fines and the loss of driving privileges for a period of time. These penalties can become more severe when a suspect crashes a vehicle…
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The evidence presented in a drunk driving case, including field sobriety tests, affects the DWI defense. Those facing these kinds of accusations should be sure to fully understand all of their rights and obligations under the law before deciding how to proceed when charged with DWI. Poughkeepsie readers may be aware that Bobby Brown, the
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A DWI charge is a serious matter, and anyone accused of drunk driving is entitled to a rigorous defense against the charges. In a current Dutchess County case, a man charged with felony DWI in July is especially well known in the community: Robert Apple of Downing, a Dutchess County town justice. On Oct. 23,
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Poughkeepsie readers may have heard of a recent accident in the nearby town of Gallatin. Five teenagers between the ages of 15 and 19, including the driver of the vehicle, were hospitalized after the Toyota Camry in which they were…
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A DUI conviction can have serious consequences, including social repercussions, prison, fines and loss of license. If additional charges such as reckless endangerment or vehicular assault are filed, the stakes are even higher. Those facing drunk driving charges should be aware of their rights under the law. New York’s Senator Charles Fuschillo announced recently that
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When a car accident with suspected alcohol involvement results in serious injuries, there can be serious legal repercussions. This is especially true if the injuries lead to a fatality. Drunk driving charges can result in loss of license, prison and social stigma. For that reason, it is important that those accused are aware of their
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Stronger regulations against those facing DWI charges or those with DWI convictions are almost always popular, but can have huge impacts on the lives of those facing DWI charges. For that reason, those who have previously been convicted of drunk driving should be aware of a new rule that is now in effect in New
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NBA basketball player Jason Kidd’s lawyer has stated that Kidd plans to vigorously fight DWI charges stemming from an incident in July. Kidd announced this course of action during a hearing at the Southampton Town Court on Long Island. The court appearance was only procedural, and he will have to appear in court again to
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Eight people were arrested in Poughkeepsie over the weekend for driving while impaired as a result of a sobriety checkpoint on U.S. Route 9. Drunk driving is a serious crime punishable by fines and even jail time. The individuals who were arrested now face criminal charges that may affect their future right to a operate
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