The laws regarding Queens DWI penalties are harsh, especially for those who have prior DWI arrests or who have aggravating circumstances. Even a first time DWI arrest carries significant fines and consequences. It is in your best interest to contact one of the criminal defense attorneys at Kerben & Associates at 718-575-8433 as soon as possible so we can work to have any DWI charges leveled against you reduced or dismissed.

Possible Criminal Penalties for DWI’s in Queens

If you have been charged with a first DWI in ten years or more, the penalties may include –

• A maximum fine of $1,000
• A maximum jail term of one year
• Six months  license revocation
• $750 for driver responsibility assessments over three years
• Possible victim Impact Panel attendance

A second DWI offense within ten years of the first may result in the following penalties –

• Class E Felony on your criminal record
• Fines of up to $5,000
• Maximum 4 year prison sentence
• A minimum 1 year license revocation
• Mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device for a minimum of 6 months
• 5 years probation

A third DWI conviction in ten years, can enhance the fines and penalties to include –

• Fines of up to $10,000
• A jail sentence of up to 7 years
• An 18-month minimum license revocation
• Mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device
• Five years of probation
• Alcohol rehabilitation before license reinstatement

The New York Police Department may chose to seize the vehicle involved in a DWI arrest for forfeiture, in which case the vehicle is sold at auction. You have only ten days to notify the NYPD that you will fight to keep the vehicle and to have your case be heard in court. Kerben & Associates helps drivers charged with DWI keep their vehicles. Call 718-575-8433 as soon as possible after your arrest so we can help you recover your seized vehicle.

Some of those arrested for DWI may be eligible for a conditional license that will allow them to drive to work or school.  However, there is only a short amount of time in which you can request a hearing with the Department of Motor Vehicles for a conditional license. Contact Kerben & Associates immediately if you have been charged with DWI so we can begin building your defense and working towards a conditional license.

Queens DWI Attorneys

For more than 34 years, the criminal defense firm of Kerben & Associates has defended clients in thousands of DWI cases in Queens and across New York City. Our goal has remained consistent for more than three decades: the reduction or dismissal of charges. We are not afraid to go to trial and have countless successful outcomes in Queens DWI trials. In fact, our cases have been featured in many major local papers including the New York Times, New York Newsday, New York Daily News, New York Post, El Diario, and more. If you are facing any type of Queens DWI penalties, contact our office at 718-575-8433 to schedule an appointment.  For your convenience, the office of Kerben & Associates is located on the ground floor across the street from the Queens criminal court.