Introduction: A Case That Highlights the Stakes In September 2024, a Riverhead courtroom became the scene of raw emotion as the family of Jennifer Bianco confronted a retired NYPD officer and FDNY firefighter who received a 90-day jail sentence for leaving the scene of a fatal crash in Holtsville. The case, which drew significant media […]
Read MoreIf you’ve been convicted of Driving While Intoxicated in New York and ordered to install an ignition interlock device on your vehicle, you expect the process to be inconvenient, expensive, and intrusive. What you don’t expect is to be told it’s impossible. But that’s exactly what’s happening to a growing number of electric vehicle owners across Long Island, Suffolk County, Nassau County, and throughout New York State.
Read MoreWhen someone leaves the precinct after a difficult arrest, they are usually carrying two things: paperwork and a sinking feeling that no one is going to believe their side of the story. Then they read the complaint or the police report and see those words that seem to destroy any hope of a fair hearing: […]
Read MoreGetting pulled over and arrested for DWI can turn your world upside down in an instant. You’re worried about your job, your license, your family, and whether you’re facing misdemeanor or felony charges. The difference between the two is massive, and it’s natural to feel overwhelmed trying to figure out where you stand. Here’s what […]
Read MoreBeing arrested for DWI brings a flood of concerns—what happens to your license, your job, your freedom. But there’s another worry that hits just as fast: “Can I even afford a lawyer?” It’s a fair question, especially when you’re already facing fines, potential jail time, and a mountain of other expenses. The truth is, while […]
Read MoreIf you’ve just been arrested for DWI in Nassau County, you’re probably scared, overwhelmed, and unsure what happens next. I get it. I’ve spent more than three decades defending people in exactly this position, and my first message is simple: you have options, and the steps you take in the next few days can make […]
Read MoreIf you’re worried about how a past DWI affects your future, you’re not alone. I regularly meet Suffolk County residents who want to know whether a DWI can be wiped away, or at least hidden from view. Here’s what we can do about it. The Short Answer New York does not offer traditional “expungement” for […]
Read MoreIf you were arrested for DWI in Suffolk or Nassau County, it’s completely normal to worry about what happens to your driver’s license at the first court date. The arraignment moves fast, and the judge will talk about “suspension pending prosecution,” “refusal suspension,” “hardship,” and other terms that can feel overwhelming. Let’s walk you through […]
Read MoreIf you’ve been arrested for DWI in New York, one of the first practical questions that pops up is whether you’ll have to drive with an ignition interlock device (IID). I’m Ed Palermo, and I’ve guided thousands of Long Islanders through this exact concern. Below I’ll explain when IIDs are required, how long they typically […]
Read MoreHere’s how I approach building a strong defense in a Suffolk County DWI, drawn from decades in local courts and countless hours reviewing videos, calibration logs, police reports, and testimony. Every case is different, but these are the defense angles I routinely explore to protect your license, record, and future. Driving Was Stopped Without a […]
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