Pre-Convictions Suspensions

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DWI/DUI License Suspension: Pending Prosecution

A DWI conviction can have serious criminal penalties as well as lasting license penalties. However, what many individuals do not realize is that the consequences of driving drunk will begin prior to conviction -- despite the principle that someone is innocent until proven guilty.

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In an effort to discourage defendants accused of DWI/DUI, drunk driving, or driving while impaired by drugs from stalling and prolonging the criminal cases, the New York Legislature imposed automatic License Suspension Pending Prosecution.

Even if you are not guilty and the charges are dismissed, every motorist accused of DWI/DUI with a BAC of .08 or higher will automatically have their license suspended while the charges are pending.

After 30 days you may be eligible for a pre-conviction hardship conditional license which will allow you to travel to and from work, school, or medical care. Not every case and not every motorist will be eligible, and you may be able to avoid the license suspension entirely if you can demonstrate an undue hardship.

Handling conditional license hardship hearings can be tricky for inexperienced attorneys. DWI/DUI defense attorney Karl Seman of Grunwald & Seman, P.C., has written and lectured about this issue. In fact, less experienced attorneys often consult with and seek the advice of attorney Karl Seman of Grunwald & Seman, P.C. regarding DWI/DUI defense. For a full and complete discussion of the issues involved consult our DWI criminal defense lawyers today.

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