Legal Question in DUI Law in New York

DWI - will they take my license at the arraignment?

I have to make my first court appearance on a 11923 DWI and 11922. I plan to plea not guilty and hire a lawyer. I am hoping to plea it down to a violation, as I have never been in trouble before. Will they take my license at the arraignment or will they wait until I have been found guilty? I am over 21. I need my license as I live really far from my job. I know I need counseling and am going to try to get into treatment before my first court date. Will that help me keep my license?


Asked on 12/01/08, 6:34 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Robert Evans Robert S. Evans esq.

Re: DWI - will they take my license at the arraignment?

You will likely have to turn in your license,however you may qualify for a conditional license which will allow you to drive for your livelihood. Please contact my office @7188340087 for more info.

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Answered on 12/02/08, 12:18 pm
Carlos Gonzalez Gonzalez Legal Associates PLLC

Re: DWI - will they take my license at the arraignment?

Various counties handle this diffrently... So it depends on the county... Feel free to email me for further info...

Generally, however, there are a variety of ways to keep your driving privileges such as a conditional license, a stay of suspension, a hardship license etc.

Feel free to visit our website at BYEDWI.COM or call us at 877.2.BYEDWI and selecting to speak to me, carlos gonzalez.

Our office regularly handles such cases and allow for flexible payment options

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Answered on 12/01/08, 7:07 pm


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