Scott G. Cerbin<\/a> has handled more DWI cases than any other area of law in his practice. ![\"DWI](\"https:\/\/5dattorney.marketing\/staging\/cerbin\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/drunk-driving-defense-attorney.png\" "\\"\\"")
From cross-examining state expert witnesses to uncovering procedural flaws, he has successfully secured acquittals for clients facing even the most challenging DWI charges. Whether it’s a first-time offense or a felony DWI, Scott’s meticulous approach ensures your case is in capable hands.<\/span><\/p>\nComprehensive Defense Strategies<\/b><\/h3>\n
Each DWI case is unique, and Scott Cerbin tailors his legal strategies to your specific situation. By thoroughly examining the circumstances of your arrest, the accuracy of chemical tests, and the validity of field sobriety tests, he identifies weaknesses in the prosecution’s case. This personalized approach has helped hundreds of clients achieve favorable outcomes, including dismissed charges and reduced penalties.<\/span><\/p>\nConsequences of a DWI Conviction in New York<\/b><\/h2>\n
New York’s DWI laws impose strict penalties to deter impaired driving. Here\u2019s what you could face:<\/span><\/p>\nPenalties for a First DWI Offense<\/b><\/h3>\n\n- License Revocation<\/b>: Minimum of six months.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Fines<\/b>: $500\u2013$1,000.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Jail Time<\/b>: Up to one year.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Driver Responsibility Assessment<\/b>: $250 annually for three years.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Aggravated DWI (BAC of 0.18% or higher)<\/b><\/h3>\n\n- License Revocation<\/b>: Minimum of one year.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Fines<\/b>: $1,000\u2013$2,500.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Jail Time<\/b>: Up to one year.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Additional Penalties<\/b><\/h3>\n\n- Installation of an Ignition Interlock Device (IID).<\/span><\/li>\n
- Alcohol screening and treatment programs.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Increased insurance premiums and potential job loss.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
For repeat offenses or DWI cases involving additional charges like vehicular manslaughter or reckless driving, the penalties escalate significantly, including felony charges and longer prison sentences.<\/span><\/p>\nCommon Defenses Against DWI Charges<\/b><\/h2>\n
At Scott Cerbin Defense, we explore every legal avenue to defend your case. Common strategies include:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- Challenging the Traffic Stop<\/b>: Was there reasonable suspicion to justify the stop? If not, evidence gathered may be inadmissible.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Disputing BAC Results<\/b>: Chemical tests like breathalyzers are prone to errors due to improper calibration or faulty administration.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Field Sobriety Test Flaws<\/b>: These tests are subjective and often influenced by external factors like weather or medical conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Rising BAC Defense<\/b>: Your BAC may have been below the legal limit while driving but rose above it by the time the test was administered.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Scott Cerbin’s expertise in these areas ensures that every aspect of your case is scrutinized to build the strongest possible defense.<\/span><\/p>\nDrunk Driving Cases We Handle<\/b><\/h2>\n
Scott Cerbin Defense represents clients in a wide range of DUI-related cases, including:<\/span><\/p>\n
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