DWI with Accident or Injury in New York - Jason Bassett
Episode notes
From Law Offices of Jason Bassett, P.C. - DWI with Accident or Injury in New York examines how a standard DWI in Central Islip or Suffolk County can escalate into a felony when a crash causes serious physical injury or death. The episode walks through how a basic misdemeanor drunk driving charge under Vehicle and Traffic Law Section 1192 can be elevated to vehicular assault or vehicular manslaughter under Penal Law Article 120 and Penal Law Article 125, bringing prison exposure and mandatory license revocation into play.
The discussion outlines the distinctions between second-degree and first-degree vehicular assault, aggravated vehicular assault, and vehicular manslaughter, breaking down how factors like BAC levels, prior DWI convictions, or a suspended license can push a case from a Class E felony toward a Class C felony. Listeners also hear about the civil liability that can follow a DWI accident in Suffolk County, including lawsuits from injured drivers, passengers, or pedestrians seeking damages for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
The conversation also covers common mistakes people make after a DWI accident, such as admitting fault at the scene, speaking to insurance adjusters without counsel, posting about the crash on social media, or missing court dates, all of which can weaken a defense. It highlights how a defense can be built by challenging the traffic stop, testing procedures, and causation, as well as negotiating reduced charges or alternative sentencing when the prosecution's evidence appears strong.
Call the Law Offices of Jason Bassett, P.C. at (631) 259-6060 for a free consultation about a Suffolk County case. Jason Bassett brings more than 25 years of experience, including service as a Queens County Assistant District Attorney and a Suffolk County Principal Assistant County Attorney, to accident-related DWI matters across Suffolk County, Nassau County, Queens County, Kings County, and Bronx County. This episode offers a clear look at how Law Offices of Jason Bassett, P.C. approaches the criminal and civil consequences that follow a DWI accident in New York.
Law Offices of Jason Bassett, P.C.
320 Carleton Ave # 4200, Central Islip, NY 11722
(631) 259-6060