Got arrested for DWI in the Hudson Valley? It can feel overwhelming. One of the first things you're probably hearing about is something called an Alcohol Assessment or an "OASAS evaluation." As someone who spent 22 years as a New York State Trooper and earned a law degree while with the state police, I have seen this process from both…Read More
You've just finished dinner at one of Kingston's popular restaurants in the Uptown Stockade District or grabbed drinks in the charming hamlet of Woodstock. You're driving home on Wall Street in Kingston when you see those dreaded red and blue lights behind you. Your heart races as you pull over, wondering what happens next. This could be the beginning of…Read More
Picture this: you've just left one of the popular restaurants or bars in Newburgh's waterfront district after dinner with friends. You're driving down Broadway or Liberty Street when you see those dreaded flashing lights behind you. Your heart races as you pull over, wondering what happens next. This could be a start of Newburgh DWI stop. As a former 22-year…Read More
You're driving home after an evening out in Poughkeepsie's waterfront district or dinner near the Poughkeepsie Galleria when you notice flashing lights in your rearview mirror. Your stomach drops as you pull over on Route 9 or Main Street, wondering what comes next. This could be a start of a Poughkeepsie DWI arrest. As a former 22-year New York State…Read More
Have you ever been driving down North Main Street in Middletown late at night and spotted those flashing blue and red lights in your rearview mirror? Your heart probably skipped a beat thinking this could be a Middletown DWI stop. I know exactly what happens next not just as a defense attorney, but because I've been on the other side…Read More
Have you ever driven down Route 59 in Spring Valley late at night and spotted those flashing blue and red lights in your rearview mirror? Your heart probably skipped a beat, right? I know exactly what happens next – not just as a defense attorney, but because I've been on the other side of that interaction. And I can tell…Read More
Are you facing shoplifting charges and in need of experienced legal representation? If you seek a top lawyer in the Hudson Valley counties of Westchester, Dutchess, Rockland, Orange, Ulster, Putnam or Sullivan, look no further because we got the perfect shoplifting lawyer for you. At The Inniss Firm, PLLC (aka XTROOPER Defense), we understand the seriousness of shoplifting charges and…Read More
Why the Defense of "Mistake" May Be Your Best Friend Facing a shoplifting arrest, legally known as “larceny” under New York Penal Law § 155.00, can be overwhelming. Shoplifting Defense in NY helps protect your rights and minimize potential consequences, such as jail time, job loss, embarrassment, or damage to your professional license. However, not all shoplifting accusations are rooted…Read More
Introduction: A New Era for New York Drivers Effective November 6, 2024, New York’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) implemented significant regulatory changes aimed at improving highway safety and cracking down on repeat traffic offenders. The breadth of these changes are almost unparalleled and will seriously impact one’s driving record if you’re charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or a…Read More
For nurses in New York State, a DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) arrest isn’t just a personal crisis—it’s a professional emergency. Nursing licenses are regulated by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) and the Office of Professional Discipline (OPD). A criminal conviction like DWI can trigger a cascade of repercussions, including disciplinary action, suspension, or even revocation of your nursing…Read More
