New York Drunk Driving Defense FAQs

• Q: What If I Refuse To Take A Test?
  A: Refusing to take the test has its consequences: your license can be revoked merely for the refusal (even if you're perfectly sober); your refusal may be admissible as … More
• Q: Are There Times When I Should Not Take A Test?
  A: If you were involved in a serious accident or have prior drunk driving arrests, it may be advisable not to take the test and endure the revocation rather than provide … More
• Q: What Are The Physical Tests?
  A: The police will generally request you to submit to various physical performance tests, such as walking heel­to­toe and touching your finger to your nose. There … More
• Q: Why Should I Contact An Attorney?
  A: It is also advisable to request the opportunity to contact a lawyer directly from the station house, or to call a friend or family member and ask him or her to … More
• Q: What Are The Speed Limits In New York?
  A: Unless Otherwise Posted Absolute Interstate 65 mph Ltd Access Rds 65 mph Other Primary Rds 55 mph Residential As posted More
• Q: How Are Speed Limits Enforced?
  A: Enforced through use of: Pacing Yes Radar Yes Vascar Yes Photo Radar No Aircraft Yes Laser Yes More
• Q: How Can Tickets Be Paid?
  A: Tickets can be paid in person and some tickets can be paid by mail.
• Q: Is Trial By Declaration Allowed?
  A: No
• Q: When Is A Jury Trial Allowed?
  A: Speeding No Parking No Equipment No DWI Yes More
• Q: What Is A Member Nonresident Compact?
  A: Nonresident motorist receiving a ticket in a member state will receive the same treatment as resident motorists. If your state or the state you receive a ticket in is … More
• Q: What Is A Member Driver License Compact?
  A: If you receive a ticket, warning, etc. in another state and your state is a member, you state will be notified about the ticket.