License Suspension

Protecting Your Right to Drive Following DWI Charges

Having your driver’s license suspended as the result of a DWI arrest or conviction can be devastating on many levels. If you are like a lot of people, driving is essential to your life. You need your license for personal enjoyment as well as traveling to and from work. Your inability to drive could put your job at risk, therefore, impacting every aspect of your wellbeing.

At the New York law offices of Foley Griffin, LLP, our New York City and Long Island DWI lawyers represent Nassau and Suffolk County individuals facing DWI charges. As part of your defense, we may be able to help you get your suspended license reinstated.

Time Is of the Essence — Contact an Attorney Immediately

If you or a loved one has been arrested for DWI and are facing a loss of driving privileges, you need to secure an experienced New York City DWI attorney immediately to protect rights and liberty.

Suspended licenses associated with DWI are difficult reinstate and often require the type of aggressive, detail-oriented representation we provide. Contact us by e-mail or at 1-800-991-2773 to arrange a free consultation. We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Se habla español.

How Long Will My Suspension Last?

The law requires people charged with DWI in New York to surrender their licenses at their initial court appearance. If you are facing your first offense and agreed to Breathalyzer and blood tests, you will have your license suspended for a minimum of 30 days. If you refused testing, you will automatically lose your license for six months, regardless of conviction. Prior DWI convictions may result in longer suspension times or a revoked license.

Helping You Secure a Provisional License

It may be possible to seek a temporary license that allows you to drive to and from work. Depending on your situation, we may be able to prove having a suspended license will cause you extreme difficulty, exhibiting the need for a hardship license. A conditional license is another form of restricted license that may be available if you plead to a reduced charge.

To enlist the help of a skilled New York City and Long Island criminal defense lawyer, contact our Manhattan and Nassau county law offices as soon as possible for a free initial consultation. We will help you preserve your driving rights.