There are a lot of myths surrounding drinking and driving. In some cases, the myths lead to serious misconceptions about how alcohol affects a person's ability to drive a vehicle. The problem with many of the misconceptions is that they can negatively impact a person's legal standing for fighting drunk driving charges.
Debunking common myths about drinking and driving
What is the Drinking Driver Program in New York?
People who are accused of drunk driving in New York might be offered the opportunity to go through the Drinking Driver Program. The DDP is one way that New York works toward reducing the risk of drunk drivers reoffending.
Some cases require a comprehensive defense strategy
Facing criminal charges of any kind is an experience that nobody looks forward to. Just last week, we discussed the case of the person who is facing a host of charges, including DUI and assault, after hitting a grandfather who was pushing his grandson in a stroller. That man's case shows that some cases involve more than one type of criminal charge.
Man faces charges after accident with pedestrian
When a car accident happens, some people automatically think that drunk driving might have played a part in the accident. When that thought is factual, the drunk driver will likely face charges for the accident. A recent story in New York shows how one accident could end up having serious consequences for all parties involved in the accident.
