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If you’ve been arrested for a DWI, you may wonder whether you should submit to a breathalyzer or other chemical test.

DWI checkpoints are a tool used by law enforcement to combat drunk driving. Also referred to as “sobriety checkpoints,” these roadblocks can be set up at any time. However, they are most commonly used at night during weekends and holidays in areas where there have been many reports of drunk driving. If you...

D’Emilia Law is representing a long-time Queens high school principal charged with forcible touching and five counts of sexual abuse in the third degree. The allegations were brought by two assistant principals at the school, both of whom also maintain a friendship outside their employment. Our client...

D’Emilia law is representing a Queens high school principal who was arrested on charges of forcible touching and sexual abuse in the third degree. The 66 year old was accused by two female teachers at the school, who alleged that five separate incidents of touching without consent occurred in 2023 and 2024....

D’Emilia Law is representing a man charged with two counts of assault for throwing an obscene object during a New York Liberty and Dallas Wings basketball game at the Barclays Center in August. The 32 year old Ohio man faces two felony charges of assault for allegedly striking a 12-year-old girl with the...

Driving while intoxicated is a serious offense that can carry severe penalties, including jail time, monetary fines, and license revocation. Since the circumstances surrounding every case are unique, DWIs can be complex. While a knowledgeable attorney can best advise you regarding your case, it’s essential...

D’Emilia Law is representing a 30 year old man in connection with a subway stabbing incident in Grand Central Station involving two other individuals, which occurred in June. The individual was arraigned on charges of attempted murder, assault, and attempted assault. He faces five to 25 years in jail if...

Being arrested for drinking and driving can be stressful — and navigating the legal process can be particularly overwhelming if you are unfamiliar with it. If you’re facing DWI charges, you likely have many questions about the potential consequences and penalties. The following are several of the most...

There are two types of possession in New York drug crimes — actual and constructive. Significantly, constructive possession is an alternative theory to actual possession that allows a person to be charged with a drug-related offense, even if they did not have the controlled substance on their person. If you...

If you’ve been convicted of a DWI, a judge will consider both aggravating and mitigating factors when determining your sentence. Mitigating factors are circumstances that can reduce your level of culpability — and lessen the penalties that might be imposed. It’s essential to have a skillful DWI attorney by...

If you were required to install an ignition interlock device (IID) in your vehicle in connection with a DWI, it’s crucial to comply with the court order. Violating an IID mandate is a serious matter that can be charged as a misdemeanor offense, resulting in jail time and a criminal record. Importantly, it...

Being convicted of a DWI is a serious matter that can come with significant repercussions — and it’s crucial to mount a solid defense. If your DWI case will be going to trial, your criminal defense attorney might want to bring in an expert witness as part of your defense strategy. These individuals are...