DWI & Traffic Offenses

Drunk Driving and Traffic Defense Lawyer in New York City

You got behind the wheel after having one drink too many; you blew through a stop sign without stopping; you were caught speeding over 15 mph over the speed limit. You made a mistake. But don't let that mistake haunt you. Yes, even a speeding ticket can cause problems in the future if not taken care of properly.

At the law firm of Costello & Costello, PC, in New York City, our criminal defense lawyer offers experienced legal help to clients facing DWI/DUI charges and traffic offenses. We fight to protect your rights and driving privileges.

We handle cases involving serious drunk driving charges as well as municipal traffic tickets.

• DWI/DUI/Drunk Driving: If you have been arrested for drinking and driving, you may be facing license suspension, criminal penalties, and other potential consequences if convicted. Having an experienced DWI defense lawyer is critical. We examine the facts of the case and determine possible defenses or grounds to have evidence suppressed. Was evidence collected properly? Was the roadside test administered properly? Was there reasonable suspicion for the traffic stop? Was the breathalyzer properly calibrated? We can provide aggressive defense representation in the criminal case as well as the administrative license suspension hearing.
• Traffic Tickets: Paying a fine for a traffic citation is equivalent to pleading guilty. While one speeding ticket or other moving violation may not make a significant difference, it can have a significant impact on your driving privileges if you receive multiple citations over a short period of time. In New York, points are added to your driver's license for every traffic conviction. If you accumulate 11 or more points with an 18 month period, your driver's license can be suspended. Point allocation for traffic tickets can range from 2 points to 11 points, depending on the severity of the offense. With an experienced traffic defense lawyer, you may be able to get points reduced or the ticket dismissed altogether.

If you have been pulled over for drunk driving, we can answer questions about your rights and DWI case. For legal help with your drunk driving or traffic matter, e-mail our law firm. We will usually respond within 24 hours.

The law firm of Costello & Costello, PC has served clients from our Bensonhurst office at 59th Street and 20th Avenue since 1959. Contact us for a free initial consultation at our offices in Brooklyn, New Jersey. We look forward to talking with you.