Legal Question in DUI Law in New York

I was in an accident, walked home - about 2 miles from the accident, and then charged with DWI after taking a test several hours later. There are no witnesses to me drinking and driving and the police don't know when the accident occured.

What are my chances of being convicted?


Asked on 6/09/10, 10:55 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Stuart Austin Austin Law Associates, PC

Based on the limited facts given, depending on the reading, the time of the accident, the circumstances surrounding the accident and your willingness to go to trial, it appears to be a difficult case for the prosecutor to prove

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Answered on 6/09/10, 3:02 pm
Robert Evans Robert S. Evans esq.

I believe you have a shot at trial,inasmuch as there seems to be no witness's and the timing of the tests can be disputed. That being said more facts need to be established before offering a real evaluation. You may contact my office @7188340087 for a consultation.

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Answered on 6/10/10, 9:14 am


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