Daily Archives: August 20, 2015

What Safety Factors Does The DMV Consider Following A Rochester DWI Conviction?

Even for first time Rochester DWI offenders, the Department of Motor Vehicles will conduct a review of the driver’s record at the conclusion of the mandatory driver’s license revocation period to determine if full driving privileges should be reinstated. For repeat DWI offenders, the regulations of the DMV may require an additional, lengthy period of […]

When Can A Conditional Driver’s License Be Revoked Following A Rochester DWI?

Most Rochester driver’s convicted of an alcohol-related driving offense with no prior alcohol-related convictions will be eligible for a conditional driver’s license. A conditional driver’s license allows the defendant to continue driving for work, school, medical treatment and other necessities during the time period that his or her full driving privileges are suspended or revoked. […]

How Do You Get Your Driver’s License Back After Completing the Drinking Driver Program In Rochester?

Most first time offenders convicted of a drinking and driving offense in the Rochester area may be eligible for the return of a full driver’s license after completing the Drinking Driver Program (DDP). The exact steps that must be taken following completion of the DDP depends on if the drinking and driving offense resulted in […]

Can The DMV Refuse To Return A Driver’s License Based On Lack Of Alcohol Treatment In Rochester?

Many Rochester drivers convicted of DWI will be required to participate in some form of alcohol treatment. This requirement may result from a mandate of the Court as part of the DWI defendant’s sentence or as a result of referral through the Drinking Driver Program. For most first time offenders, failure to comply with the […]