DUI & DWI

Aggressive Defense Against Charges

A DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) or DUI (Driving Under the Influence) conviction in New York can lead to severe penalties—including fines, license suspension, and even jail time. If you’ve been charged with drunk or drugged driving, you need an aggressive legal defense to protect your driving privileges, reputation, and future.

At Vlahadamis Law, we fight for clients facing first-time DUI/DWI charges, repeat offenses, and felony-level convictions across NYC, Long Island, Suffolk County, Nassau County, and The Hamptons. We work to challenge the evidence, negotiate reduced penalties, and help you keep your license.

DUI & DWI Charges We Defend

• First-Time & Repeat DUI/DWI Offenses – Fighting for clients facing their first offense or multiple DUI/DWI charges.
• License Suspension Hearings – Representing drivers at DMV hearings to prevent or reverse suspensions.
• Challenging Breathalyzer & Field Sobriety Tests – Investigating improperly administered tests and faulty devices.
• DUI Checkpoints & Unlawful Police Stops – Ensuring law enforcement followed proper legal procedures.
• Felony DUI/DWI Defense & Multiple Offense Cases – Protecting clients charged with aggravated DUI/DWI or repeat offenses.

Penalties for DUI & DWI in New York

New York has strict laws for impaired driving, and penalties increase for repeat offenders. Possible consequences include:

• First-Time Offense – Up to $1,000 in fines, 6-month license suspension, and possible jail time.
• Second Offense – Fines up to $5,000, a 1-year license revocation, and up to 4 years in jail.
• Third Offense (Felony DWI) – Potential permanent license revocation, heavy fines, and prison time.
• Aggravated DWI (BAC 0.18% or Higher) – Enhanced penalties, including mandatory ignition interlock devices.

Even a single DUI/DWI conviction can result in a permanent criminal record, skyrocketing insurance rates, and employment consequences.

How to Fight a DUI or DWI Charge

At Vlahadamis Law, we investigate every aspect of your case to find weaknesses in the prosecution’s argument. Our defense strategies include:

• Challenging the Traffic Stop – If police did not have probable cause, your case could be dismissed.
• Questioning the Accuracy of Breathalyzer & Sobriety Tests – Machines can be miscalibrated, and tests can be administered incorrectly.
• Examining Police Procedures – Any violations of your rights can be used to challenge your arrest.
• Negotiating for Reduced Charges – Seeking plea agreements to lower penalties and avoid harsh consequences.

Can You Keep Your Driver’s License After a DUI/DWI Arrest?

In many DUI cases, your license is immediately suspended—even before a conviction. However, we can help:

• Request a DMV Hearing – You may be able to challenge the automatic license suspension.Seek a Hardship License – If your license is suspended, we may be able to secure limited driving privileges.
• Fight for Full Reinstatement – With a strong defense, we can work to get your license back.

Time is critical—you only have a short window to request a hearing and challenge your suspension.