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Here are the “Hard DWI facts”
As reported in US News and World Report , June 2, 2010:
One in five adults have admitted to driving while drunk
40% of young adults admit to being driven in a car with a drunk driver
As reported in US News and World Report, December 9, 2010:
Nationwide, in the year 2009, 10,839 people were killed in a drunk driven crash
US News and World Report:
13.2% of people age 16 and older have admitted to driving under the influence of alcohol.
The University of California at Berkeley Wellness Letter, January 2011 reports:
When people are impaired by alcohol, they often think their mental and physical abilities have recovered before they actually have. Their feeling of inebriation did not correlate with their impairment, and their feeling of recovery improved more quickly than their performance. This helps explain why people, thinking they have recovered from the effects of alcohol, drive after drinking.
More Hard Core Fact. . . IT'S THE LAW!!
NYS DWI LAWS. . . NYS has been a forerunner in attempting to protect it's residents against the hazards of drunk driving. Think of the life changing consequence of getting behind the wheel of a motor vehicle after you have enjoyed a few alcoholic beverages which may have you over the limit. . . . Not to mention the potential tragedy should you use poor judgment and take that chance.
First NY DWI Offense:
- Jail--up to one year
- Fine: from $500-$1,000
- License Suspension--6 month minimum
- Pay mandatory surcharge
- Mandatory alcohol screening and/or alcohol evaluation
- Potential Interlock Device for six months in your vehicle
Third NY DWI Offense: 3rd Drunk Driving Conviction
- Felony charge (class "D")
- Jail--from 10 days (minimum) to 7 years or
- Community service--60 days
- Fine--from $2,000-$10,000
- License suspension--1 year minimum
- Ignition interlock device
- Alcohol assessment
- Pay mandatory surcharge
Second NY DWI Offense: 2nd Drunk Driving Conviction
- Felony charge (class "E")
- Jail--5 days (minimum) to 4 years or
- Community service for 30 days
- Fine--from $1,000-$5,000
- License suspension--1 year minimum
- Ignition interlock device
Passenger under 16 in Vehicle:
- Class “E” felony
- Fine--up to $5000 or
- Jail--up to 4 years
Plus. . . Embarrassment, attorney fees, potential job loss, social media exposure. . .
You should also note, Under Leandra's Law: A person who causes the death of a person under the age of 16 will be charged with the crime of aggravated vehicular homicide. And the penalty goes from a class "B" felony to a class "B" violent felony.
A person who causes serious physical injury to a person under the age of 16 will be charged with the crime of aggravated vehicular assault and the penalty increases from a class "C" felony to a class "C" violent felony.
How Many Drinks Does it Take to Reach the Legal Limit in
New York?
This is a question that holds many variables which play a role in your individual BAC level. It is safe to say; however, that for each drink you take, you are that much closer to driving while intoxicated.
The best answer is: Do not drink and drive! You risk your freedom, finances, future; and put many innocent lives at stake.
State of New York BAC Laws:
All drivers with a BAC of .08 or higher. *Under 21 with a BAC of .02 or higher. *Commercial vehicle driver with a BAC of .04 or higher.
DESIGNATED DRIVERS ACROSS AMERICA LONG ISLAND IS YOUR DUI/DWI PREVENTION POLICY.
CALL FOR YOUR RESERVATION BEFORE YOU RISK THE COSTS AND CONSEQUENCES OF DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE!
