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Certain steps occur during a DUI arrest

On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | Jun 24, 2016 | Drunk Driving Charges

The flashing lights of a police car behind your vehicle when you know you are driving after having a few drinks can almost make your heart stop. If it is determined that you are too drunk to drive, you will be arrested. There are a few different steps that will occur...

Consider the effects of a plea deal or jury trial in your case

On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | May 26, 2016 | Drunk Driving Charges

One of the main questions a person facing a drunk driving charge will have is whether his or her case will go to trial or not. The answer to this isn’t always simple because of the unique elements that are present in many DUI cases. In many cases, the decision...

Can you get a DUI while biking in New York?

On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | May 13, 2016 | Drunk Driving Charges

In some states, if you’re caught riding your bike while intoxicated, you can be given a DUI, just the same as you would be if you were behind the wheel of your car. Is the same system in place in New York? It is not. You won’t be given a DUI on a bike in...

Thinking clearly when you are arrested for a DUI

On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | Apr 15, 2016 | Drunk Driving Charges

Drunk driving arrests are sometimes very difficult arrests because a person who is truly intoxicated isn’t likely going to be thinking clearly. Alcohol affects the way your brain functions, which affects your thought process and your ability to communicate. If...

Don’t drink and boat in New York

On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | Apr 8, 2016 | Drunk Driving Charges

As the summer months unfold, more and more people will take to the waterways of the state in an effort to have fun and enjoy the sun. It is important for anyone operating a boat to be in good shape to do so. One thing that they mustn’t do is to operate the boat...

What is considered during a DUI sentencing?

On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | Mar 4, 2016 | Drunk Driving Charges

Being charged with a drunk driving offense is a difficult situation. An even more difficult situation is having to go through the sentencing process if you are convicted of a DUI. There are several factors that come into the picture when you are being sentenced for a...

What are the reasons why a DUI stop might be initiated?

On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | Feb 19, 2016 | Drunk Driving Charges

When a person is stopped by the police for a suspicion of drunk driving, he or she is often very upset about the development. These traffic stops can sometimes lead to the question of what constitutes reasonable suspicion for a DUI stop. What is reasonable suspicion?...

Drunk driving defense may include affirmation with explanations

On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | Jan 29, 2016 | Drunk Driving Charges

Determining what defense strategy to use in a drunk driving case is crucial for any defendant. All of the aspects of the case come into consideration when a decision is being made. We know that thinking about which strategy to use can be difficult because you...

Continuous alcohol monitoring is possible in New York

On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | Jan 21, 2016 | Drunk Driving Charges

For some people who are facing drunk driving charges in New York, the use of the Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitoring system might be brought up. This system is more commonly known as the SCRAM bracelet, which is used to detect the presence of alcohol in a...

Sobriety checkpoints have to meet certain requirements

On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | Dec 31, 2015 | Drunk Driving Charges

New Year’s Eve and the upcoming weekend are big days and nights for parties in the area. If you plan on partying, you should make sure that you have a way to get home so that you don’t get caught up in a sobriety checkpoint. Sobriety checkpoints are legal...
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