We handle Boating DWI cases in the greater Capital Region:

BWI: Boating While Intoxicated in New York

BWI, also known as BUI, boating under the influence, or Boating DWI, is a serious offense in New York State. Some might also refer to BWAI, or boating while ability impaired. Section 49-a of the Navigation Law is the statute that deals with this. A BWI charge can lead to a suspension of your privilege to operate a boat, along with substantial fines.

1. Boating while impaired is a violation. This applies when the blood alcohol content or BAC, is 0.07. If the BAC is 0.06, that might be impaired - but might not. And, while many people think otherwise, 0.05 is not impaired under § 49-a(10)(b)(1).

2. Boating while intoxicated is a crime. This applies when the BAC is 0.08 or higher and may also apply in other situations, such as when the defendant refuses a breath or blood test.

Our fees to negotiate a reduction for most BWI cases are $1500. This does not include making any motions or doing a trial.

To fight the case, we charge $5000 up front. This includes all motions. A trial, if necessary, would cost more. Trials are very rare.

We handle BWI in all courts in the greater Capital Region. Call us at 888-733-5299. A person answers our phone 24 hours a day.

The call is toll-free and there is no charge for the initial phone consultation.

Please call us to discuss your case before making any payment: 888-733-5299

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888-733-5299
255 Washington Avenue Ext., #108, Albany, NY 12205
Fax: 518-862-1551 wredlich@gmail.com

The Redlich Law Firm
New York Felony DWI