The answer is yes if you are on a public road. For instance, you cut your grass and drink a few beers. You then decide to be a nice neighbor and drive down the street to cut you neighbor’s lawn. If you get pulled over on your street, you are subject to the same drinking and driving rules that govern the operation of your car. You can get a DWI/DUI and end up in criminal court defending the charges.

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


