Buffalo Criminal Attorney Blog
How New York Detects and Prevents Marijuana-Impaired Driving
The legalization of recreational marijuana in New York has raised an important public safety question: How do police identify drivers who are impaired by cannabis?
Understanding DWI Hardship Licenses in New York
DWI roadblocks—also known as sobriety checkpoints—have become a prominent enforcement tool across New York State, reflecting the state’s ongoing commitment to reducing impaired driving. Their
DWI roadblocks in New York State.
DWI roadblocks in New York State are legal, widely used, and tightly regulated, operating under both federal and state constitutional frameworks to balance public safety
Can a First-Offense DWI in New York State Be Charged as a Felony?
When most people think about a first-offense DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) in New York, they assume it’s automatically a misdemeanor — and in many cases
Treatment courts in New York: what they are, how they work, and what the research says about outcomes
Problem-solving or “treatment” courts—Drug Courts, Mental Health Courts, and DWI (DUI) Courts—have become a major part of New York’s justice system. Instead of treating every
Why Are Grand Jury Proceedings Secret? Who Has the Authority to Unseal Them?
Grand juries play a critical role in the U.S. justice system. They decide whether enough evidence exists to bring criminal charges, often in high-profile cases