Criminal Attorney Jason Bassett

Criminal Attorney Jason Bassett Criminal Defense, State & Federal

Your License Can Be Suspended at ArraignmentA DWI arrest in NY triggers two separate cases at once. DMV deadlines move f...
06/03/2026

Your License Can Be Suspended at Arraignment

A DWI arrest in NY triggers two separate cases at once. DMV deadlines move fast - know your options before court.

Read more: https://jbassettlaw.com/what-to-do-after-dwi-arrest-long-island/

Call Law Offices of Jason Bassett, P.C. | Criminal Attorney and DWI Lawyer at (631) 259-6060.

Leandra’s Law is a New York statute that turns a first-offense Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) charge into a Class E fel...
05/14/2026

Leandra’s Law is a New York statute that turns a first-offense Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) charge into a Class E felony when a child aged 15 or younger is in the vehicle. It also requires an ignition interlock device (IID) for every DWI conviction in the state, not just cases involving children. Penalties increase if the child is injured or killed, and a parent’s arrest under this law triggers a mandatory report to child protective authorities.
https://jbassettlaw.com/what-is-leandras-law-ny-dwi/

Hear what P.M. had to say about Law Offices of Jason Bassett, P.C.!"Attorney Jason Bassett handled a criminal case for s...
04/28/2026

Hear what P.M. had to say about Law Offices of Jason Bassett, P.C.!

"Attorney Jason Bassett handled a criminal case for someone I know. He is an extremely thorough, honest, and detail-oriented criminal defense attorney, with a strong command of the law. The case progressed exactly as he predicted.

As a DWI/criminal defense lawyer, his experience really stands out. He is highly professional, responds quickly, and maintains a calm, confident presence in court. He does not hesitate to educate the court to protect his client’s best interests.

If you need an experienced criminal lawyer for a criminal case or DWI matter, I highly recommend him. 5 stars is just not enough for the work he does!"

— P.M.

If you need legal help, call (631) 259-6060 or visit jbassettlaw.com

A DWI arrest can immediately jeopardize not only your ability to drive for rideshare platforms but also your New York St...
04/27/2026

A DWI arrest can immediately jeopardize not only your ability to drive for rideshare platforms but also your New York State driver’s license, your TLC license if you operate in New York City, your commercial driver’s license (CDL), and your overall career. From criminal charges to administrative actions by the DMV and private rideshare companies, the fallout can be swift and far-reaching. The stakes are higher for rideshare drivers because your ability to earn a living depends on maintaining a clean driving record and active platform access.
https://jbassettlaw.com/arrested-for-dwi-as-an-uber-or-lyft-driver-heres-whats-at-stake/

Under New York Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL) § 1192(2), prosecutors must prove a BAC of 0.08% or higher at the time of o...
04/22/2026

Under New York Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL) § 1192(2), prosecutors must prove a BAC of 0.08% or higher at the time of operation, not merely at the time of testing. The rising blood alcohol concentration (BAC) defense argues that a driver’s BAC may still have been climbing after the traffic stop. In some cases, the science of alcohol absorption can make a delayed chemical test less reliable than the number alone suggests.
https://jbassettlaw.com/rising-bac-the-science-how-to-argue-it/

A Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction in New York now carries 11 points under the New York State Department of Mo...
04/22/2026

A Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction in New York now carries 11 points under the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) point system. It is also a criminal offense that can lead to license revocation, fines, jail time, and a criminal record. Any additional moving violations charged at the time of the arrest may carry separate points as well.
https://jbassettlaw.com/how-many-points-is-a-dwi-in-ny/

Yes, you can go to jail for a Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction under New York Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL) Se...
04/15/2026

Yes, you can go to jail for a Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction under New York Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL) Section 1192. A first-offense DWI is an unclassified misdemeanor that carries up to one year in jail. However, jail time is not mandatory for a first offense. Repeat offenses, a high blood alcohol content (BAC), and other aggravating factors can increase both the likelihood and length of a sentence.

https://jbassettlaw.com/can-i-go-to-jail-for-dwi-long-island/

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