Brooklyn and Manhattan DWI Defense Lawyers
Any drunk driving conviction carries the potential for serious criminal penalties. Some types of DWI, however, are worse than others. New York recently enacted a law proscribing additional penalties under certain circumstances. Aggravated DWI can be charged when someone has a blood-alcohol content of .18 or higher. Aggravated DWI is a Class A misdemeanor. If you face aggravated DWI charges, it is important to hire a defense lawyer who understands how to present an effective defense to these allegations. We are the attorneys of Goldberg & Allen. Based in Manhattan, we defend clients throughout the area.
Aggravated DWI: Increased Penalties and Decreased Options
In many situations, it is possible for someone facing a non-aggravated DWI to plead guilty to driving while ability impaired (DWAI), a traffic infraction. This option is generally not available to people accused of aggravated DWI. While a plea agreement is and always will be the last resort at our law firm, it is nevertheless important to understand this limitation.
Given these constraints, it is even more important to have lawyers on your side who will challenge the evidence and seek a dismissal of the charges. We will thoroughly review all of the evidence to determine whether or not the police had probable cause to stop your vehicle. We will review the scientific evidence to determine whether the results of your breath test were valid. If there is evidence to show that the police violated your rights, we will argue that the evidence against you be suppressed and your case dismissed. Both Gerald Allen and Jay Goldberg bring more than 25 years of experience to criminal law. We will use every fact at our disposal to seek a positive outcome in your case.
Look to Lawyers With a Strong Track Record. Look to Goldberg & Allen.
Our law firm has successfully defended many people accused of DWI. Our New York City aggravated DWI lawyers offer a free initial consultation to discuss the particulars of your situation. Please call 866-582-1893 or e-mail our law firm to begin your defense.
