Daily Archives: March 19, 2015

Who Is Allowed To Test Blood For Alcohol In A Rochester DWI Case?

When a Rochester driver accused of DWI undergoes a blood test, the blood is sent to a laboratory for an analysis of its alcohol content. The regulations of the New York State Department of Health set forth specific rules regarding what criteria must be met by a technician before he or she may be issued […]

In Rochester, Where Do The Police Get The Equipment To Conduct A Blood Alcohol Test?

When someone accused of drinking and driving undergoes a blood test instead of a breath test to determine his or her blood alcohol level, it helps to have an experienced Rochester DWI lawyer. The blood test is generally considered more accurate than a breath test, and an experienced lawyer will know how to examine all […]

Should The Police Read A Driver His Or Her Rights Before Giving Field Sobriety Tests In Rochester?

Most Rochester residents are familiar with the idea that before placing someone under arrest, the police are supposed to read that person their Miranda warnings or “rights,” which include the right to an attorney and the right against self-incrimination. Because field sobriety tests – such as reciting the alphabet or walking a straight line – […]

Do You Get Points On Your Driver’s License For A DWI Conviction In Rochester?

A Rochester driver arrested for drinking and driving will usually be issued a Uniform Traffic Ticket that looks very similar to the tickets issued for other driving offenses – such as speeding or passing a stop sign. Most moving violations for which traffic tickets are issued result in a certain number of “points” being placed […]