New York DWI Penalties

The penalties for a New York driving while intoxicated (DWI) offense depend on a number of factors, such as number of prior drunk-driving convictions on your record and the circumstances involved in your case. If you are facing DWI charges, you should speak with a defense attorney to learn more about the New York DWI penalties you may be facing.

For a first DWI offense, you may be sentenced to a maximum of one year in jail and a minimum six-month driver’s license suspension. You may also be ordered to pay mandatory fines, ranging from $500 to $1,000.

For a second DWI offense within five years, you may be sentenced to five days of mandatory jail and a maximum of four years in prison. You may also lose your driving privileges for a maximum of one year and be ordered to pay fines ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.

For a third DWI offense within five years, you may be sentenced to ten days of mandatory jail time or a maximum of seven years in prison. Your driving privileges may be suspended for a minimum of one year, and you may be order to install an ignition interlock device in your vehicle. The judge may order mandatory alcohol evaluation, and your fines may range from $2,000 to $10,000.

If you are charged with a first driving while ability impaired (DWAI) offense, you may be sentenced to up to one year in jail, a minimum six-month driver’s license suspension, and fines ranging from $500 to $1,000.

If you are charged with aggravated DWI, the penalties are more serious. Even if this is your first offense, you may be sentenced to a maximum of one year in jail and a minimum one year driver’s license suspension.

For a minor charged with a first DWI offense, the penalties may include a $125 payment to the Department of Motor Vehicles and a $100 suspension fee as well as a six-month driver’s license suspension.

To fight your charges, you need a skilled DWI defense attorney on your side. Fill out our online form, and an experienced attorney in your area will contact you soon to discuss the New York DWI penalties.