Drunk Driving Defense for CDL Holders in New York State
Anyone facing drunk driving charges runs the risk of serious penalties. For someone with a commercial driver's license (CDL), however, there's a livelihood at stake for any alcohol-related violation. If you've been arrested for drunk driving while licensed as a commercial driver, contact the law firm of Michalski Militello LLP for a free consultation.
Most of the CDL holders we represent weren't driving a truck or heavy vehicle when they were arrested for DWI, but the harsher penalties for a CDL violation still apply. You can get convicted of drunk driving with a blood alcohol level of just .04 percent — half the level that applies in DWI charges against other drivers. As with other traffic violations, a DWI will count more heavily against a CDL. The suspensions are longer, and for a repeat conviction, you might be looking at permanent loss of your commercial license.
As experienced trial attorneys, we know where to look for the facts and considerations that might improve your position. If we can show that your vehicle shouldn't have been pulled over in the first place, we can move for dismissal of the case. In a marginal drunk driving case, there may be a chance to argue for a plea to a DWAI violation rather than a DWI misdemeanor.
Perhaps most significantly, we can call attention to the unique circumstances of your case and personal situation that our experience indicates can give you the best chance of catching a break from the prosecutor or the judge. Our familiarity with the local courts gives us a good idea of the right arguments to stress in a given case.
Call 888-405-1364 or 585-682-2114 for a Free Consultation About CDL Defense
The lawyers of Michalski Militello represent CDL holders throughout Upstate New York as well as commercial drivers from other states. Contact us in Rochester or Avon to learn about your defense options on a DWI charge.
