Drunk Driving Laws

Drunk Driving Laws Drunk Driving Laws Drinking alcohol before driving is a dangerous risk, unfortunately taken by many people. Alcohol greatly decreases the driver's ability to see clearly, it distorts distances and speed, it slows reflexes and reaction time, and it makes the driver less alert and, in general, of poorer judgement. In order to deal with all the incidents of drunk driving, New York State has established a number of laws and penalties against …

…is charged when your BAC is .10% or higher. Most people are arrested for DWI, on average, with a BAC of .20%. Consequences Violation Fine Max. Jail Term Liscense Status DWI $300-$500 1 year Revoked 6 mo. 2nd / 10 yrs. @ least $500 4 years Revoked 1 yr. DWAI $250-$350 15 days Suspended 90 days 2nd / 5 yrs. $350-$500 30 days Revoked 6 mo. 3rd / 10 yrs. $500-$1500 90 days Revoked 6 mo. Injury: Death = $7000 and 7 years ( if convicted of vehicular manslaughter) 2 DWI w/ injury = permanent revocation + Law suits and legal fees