A DWI charge in Kings County (Brooklyn) under NY VTL § 1192 carries up to 1 year in jail and a $1,000 fine for a first offense. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 4,739+ documented case results firm-wide with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate. A Repeat DWI Lawyer Kings County can evaluate your case today.
Last verified: April 2026 | Kings County Supreme Court | NY VTL § 1192 (official New York State Senate)
New York Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL) § 1192 defines DWI as operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher (per se DWI under § 1192.2) or while impaired by alcohol or drugs (common law DWI under § 1192.3). A separate charge, DWAI (Driving While Ability Impaired), applies to BAC of 0.05% to 0.07% under § 1192.1. Leandra’s Law (VTL § 1192.2-a) creates a Class E felony charge when a child under 15 is in the vehicle. The Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C., founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris, provides full representation for these charges in Kings County.
Review the official statute: NY VTL § 1192 (official New York State Senate). Court information is available at the Kings County Supreme Court website.
In Kings County (Brooklyn), DWI arraignments occur within 24 hours of arrest at the local criminal court. The DMV refusal hearing is a separate administrative proceeding that must be requested within 15 days of the arrest. A hardship hearing may be available for a conditional license during the revocation period.
- Step 1: Arraignment — Appear within 24 hours of arrest. Enter a plea. The court sets bail or releases you on recognizance under NY’s 2020 bail reform.
- Step 2: DMV Refusal Hearing — Request within 15 days if you refused a chemical test. Failure to request results in automatic license revocation.
- Step 3: Discovery — The prosecution provides evidence: breathalyzer results, field sobriety test video, police reports. Your attorney reviews for procedural errors.
- Step 4: Plea Negotiations — The prosecutor may offer a plea to a reduced charge (e.g., DWAI from DWI) or an ACD for first-time offenders.
- Step 5: Trial or Sentencing — If no plea is reached, the case proceeds to trial. If convicted, sentencing includes fines, jail time, and license revocation.
In Kings County (Brooklyn), a first DWI offense carries up to 1 year in jail, a $500-$1,000 fine, and a 6-month license revocation.
| Offense | Classification | Incarceration | Fine | License Impact | Additional Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DWAI (First) | Violation | Up to 15 days | $300 – $500 | None (no revocation) | DRA: $250/year for 3 years |
| DWI (First) | Misdemeanor (Unclassified) | Up to 1 year | $500 – $1,000 | 6-month revocation | DRA: $250/year for 3 years; ignition interlock |
| Aggravated DWI (BAC 0.18+) | Misdemeanor (Unclassified) | Up to 1 year | $1,000 – $2,500 | 1-year revocation | DRA: $250/year for 3 years; ignition interlock |
| Leandra’s Law (Child in Vehicle) | Class E Felony | Up to 4 years | Up to $5,000 | 6-month revocation (minimum) | Ignition interlock required; DRA |
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris. The firm has over 120 years of combined legal experience and has handled 4,739+ documented case results with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate firm-wide across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC. Mr. Sris personally amended Va. Code § 20-107.3, the equitable distribution statute in Virginia. The firm’s tagline is “Advocacy Without Borders.”
No verifiable case result is available for this jurisdiction/topic. Firm-wide, Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has handled 4,739+ documented case results with over 93% favorable outcomes across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC.
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Does New York have cash bail?
No. NY reformed bail in 2020, eliminating cash bail for most misdemeanors and non-violent felonies. Most defendants in Kings County (Brooklyn) are released on recognizance.
What is an ACD in Kings County (Brooklyn), New York?
It depends. An Adjournment in Contemplation of Dismissal (ACD) is a NY disposition where charges are adjourned for 6-12 months and automatically dismissed if you have no new arrests. Available for many first offenses.
Can I get my criminal record sealed in Kings County (Brooklyn), New York?
Yes. NY offers conditional sealing under CPL § 160.59 for qualifying convictions (up to 2) after 10 years. ACD results in automatic sealing. Marijuana offenses have expanded eligibility.
What is the penalty for a misdemeanor in Kings County (Brooklyn), New York?
It depends. Class A misdemeanor: up to 1 year jail. Class B: up to 3 months. Violations: up to 15 days. Cases heard at Kings County Supreme Court (360 Adams Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201).
How long does a divorce take in Kings County (Brooklyn), New York?
It depends. Uncontested divorce: 3-6 months from filing to judgment; contested: 12-24+ months. NY requires 6-month irretrievable breakdown for no-fault. Filing fee: $335 (index number) + $95 RJI.
Last verified: April 2026. Information updated as of February 2026. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for current guidance.