Experienced New York DWI/DUI Defense Lawyer
At the Law Office of Mark J. Sacco, PLLC, we take pride in dedicating much of our practice to representing clients who have been charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs in New York. We represent clients throughout New York’s capital district, including Schenectady, Troy, and Albany.
We are known for DWI defense in New York. These offenses can include:
- DWI (driving while intoxicated)
- DUI (driving under the influence)
- DWAI (driving while ability impaired)
- DWAI (drugs)
- Refusal of a Breathalyzer test
- Suspension or revocation of your driver’s license after a drunk-driving charge
A DWI/DUI conviction can have a catastrophic impact on your life, including loss of your driver’s license or skyrocketing insurance rates, inability to get certain jobs or apartments, and even jail. We fight every DWI/DUI charge and every alcohol-related traffic stop. We are familiar with the rapid changes in New York law, and we know what facts are on your side and what defenses are available. Contact us now for a free consultation.
The Facts Are Key in DWI/DUI Defense
We never take DWI charges at face value, and we will completely examine every aspect of your case. We will determine whether the stop had probable cause. We will scrutinize the work of the officer who pulled you over. Did the officer follow proper training? Were the field tests administered correctly and in the correct order?
If a police officer was not trained correctly, if the tests were not administered according to guidelines, if the Breathalyzer was not calibrated properly, you may have a strong defense. We have studied the teaching manuals for New York State Police officers regarding DWI stops and we can determine whether they have given the DWI tests correctly.
The results of a prescreen test (PST) are so consistently inaccurate they are inadmissible in court. We ensure that the guidelines for use of the Breathalyzer and the 20-minute observation test are followed. We can scientifically question the accuracy of the simulator alcohol solution. We will determine whether the persons administering the tests were properly certified. If you are given a blood test, we examine all aspects of the test, such as how the blood was drawn, what time the blood was drawn, and whether the blood kit tests had the proper chemicals. We know that details matter, and a small detail can have a large impact on your case.
Contact experienced DWI lawyer Mark J. Sacco for a free consultation. We can help you fight drunk-driving charges.
