Western New York DWI Defense Lawyers

How We Can Help With a DWI or DUI

Challenge The DWI or Drunk Driving Charge! We can contest the DWI charge by checking if:

(a) your constitutional rights were violated during the DWI stop

(b) the individual that stopped you was qualified by state laws

License Suspended? If your license has been suspended, we can work with the courts on getting you a temporary driving permit, also called a conditional license. This is an option if this is your first DWI or DWAI conviction and/or if you enroll in the New York Drinking Driver Program (DDP). Friedman-Ranzenhofer

What is a DWI?
Driving while under the influence of alcohol is referred to as a DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) in New York State. In other states, a similar charge is referred to as a DUI (Driving Under the Influence).

If you’ve been charged with a DWI, call us today for a FREE case evaluation with an experienced DWI lawyer. We will fight for your rights!

In New York, individuals meet the criteria for a DWI if their Blood Alcohol Content level (BAC) is:

08% and they are 21 years old or older
04% and they are driving a commercial motor vehicle
02% and they are younger than 21 years old

However, DWI is only one of many charges that someone can be charged with. Other charges depend on the specific circumstances of the situation and include:

DWAI/Alcohol: Driving While Ability Impaired, specifically by alcohol (Drunk Driving)
DWAI/Drugs: Driving While Ability Impaired by a drug other than alcohol
DWAI/Combination: Driving While Ability Impaired by both alcohol and other drugs
Aggravated DWI (A-DWI): Aggravated driving for having a 0.18% BAC or higher

Why Hire an Attorney?
The best thing to do if you have been arrested for a DWI is to hire a DWI attorney who can be on your side and help you get the best result possible when fighting your DWI charge. Hiring an attorney who knows New York State DWI laws is essential in increasing your chances of success in court.

Focused on DWI

Driving While Intoxicated is a serious charge, Friedman and Ranzenhofer are experienced in the area of DWI and will work with you to address your specific individual case. We know how difficult it can be to go through a life-changing event like getting a DWI and we will work with you to get the best possible outcome.

Decades of Experience

Not only are we DWI attorneys with your best interest in mind, but we have decades of experience in court as prosecutors. Having been on the other side of the table, we know what to expect and how to work with prosecutors and police. Our firm has defended those who find themselves in the difficult situation with a DWI arrest.

DWI attorneys Friedman and Ranzenhofer can work with you to try to minimize the penalties of getting a DWI.

For example:

If your license has been suspended, we can work with the courts to allow a temporary driving permit, called a conditional license. This is possible if this is your first DWI or DWAI conviction and/or if you enroll in the New York Drinking Driver Program (DDP).
We can challenge the DWI charge by examining (a) whether your constitutional rights have been violated during the DWI stop, (b) whether the person stopping you was qualified by state laws, (c) whether the evidence gathered holds up and is accurate.
We examine your case thoroughly, and help you decide whether to take your case to trial or take a plea.

Getting a DWI for drunk driving can happen to anyone, and is a frightening process to go through. Be sure to have the best representation on your side to maximize better outcomes. Call Friedman and Ranzenhofer today!