On behalf of Law Office of James L. Riotto | Mar 28, 2019 | Drunk Driving
Drunk driving charges carry with them harsh potential consequences in New York. This is true if it is a first offense and the only allegation is that the driver was under the influence. If there were prior convictions and other alleged violations, the charges can rise...
On behalf of Law Office of James L. Riotto | Mar 21, 2019 | Drunk Driving
During any holiday, New York State law enforcement will actively seek drivers who exhibit signs of being under the influence. In some cases, they will be patrolling and make traffic stops. In others, there will be drunk driving “checkpoints” where officers...
On behalf of Law Office of James L. Riotto | Mar 14, 2019 | Drunk Driving
Anyone can face charges for driving while intoxicated in Upstate New York. Often, these allegations extend to other charges that can significantly enhance the penalties depending on what the officer claims to have found during the investigation. In some cases, the...
On behalf of Law Office of James L. Riotto | Feb 28, 2019 | Drunk Driving
When Upstate New Yorkers are arrested for driving while intoxicated, the first thing that will come to mind is the potential consequences they will face if there is a conviction. The legal problems can be significant and result in lost driving privileges, jail time,...
On behalf of Law Office of James L. Riotto | Feb 21, 2019 | Drunk Driving
When young people in Rochester first get their driver license, they are prone to make mistakes that they do not realize will have potential consequences that can cause problems for their entire lives. This can include driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs,...
On behalf of Law Office of James L. Riotto | Feb 14, 2019 | Drunk Driving
Being arrested for drunk driving in Rochester can spark serious problems in a person’s life if they are convicted. This is made worse if the allegations are made when they are working. If they are placing people in danger while they are on the job and allegedly...
On behalf of Law Office of James L. Riotto | Jan 31, 2019 | Drunk Driving
Charges for driving while intoxicated can be challenging for New Yorkers as it can lead to a litany of penalties that will negatively impact their lives in multiple areas. When they have been convicted in the past, a repeat DWI can make matters far worse as the...
On behalf of Law Office of James L. Riotto | Dec 27, 2018 | Drunk Driving
When a person is alleged to been driving under the influence and is facing drunk driving charges, it will often stem from a traffic stop in which Rochester law enforcement will see the vehicle operated in such a way that implies the driver is under the influence.In...
On behalf of Law Office of James L. Riotto | Dec 20, 2018 | Drunk Driving
New Yorkers will generally wait to consider hiring a legal professional to provide defense for drunk driving offenses and other traffic violations until they have been charged. Obviously, this makes sense. However, for people who are heading out during the holidays...
On behalf of Law Office of James L. Riotto | Dec 13, 2018 | Drunk Driving
Being arrested and charged with drunk driving in Rochester can be intimidating and worrisome. This is made worse when there is an accident and other people are injured. While the focus will be on the injured people, it is important to remember that the driver has...
