NEW YORK: Alcohol Treatment Facilities

General Information:

 Following conviction, all 1st offenders attending the Drinking Driver Program and all repeat offenders receive a mandatory alcohol assessment/evaluation to determine the nature and extent of their alcohol problems for license reinstatement.

 The assessment is conducted post-sentencing and the individual does not return to court for final sentencing based on assessment in some locations.

 Assessments are conducted by a state-certified private agency. The cost is $175 for 1st offenders as part of the Drinking Driver program and is variable for other offenders.

 Evaluations to determine if treatment is necessary for all repeat DWI offenders are mandatory for re-licensing. The offenders are required to attend alcohol education or treatment as recommended by the assessment.

 New York has dedicated detention and treatment facilities that target the hardcore drunk driver in Suffolk County.

BEWARE: Completing an alcohol program may not satisfy the DMV. That is just one reason why it is critical that you consult with a lawyer in your area that concentrates on DUI / DWI defense.

Drunk driving defense is a very specialized area of law; if you or someone you care about has is facing a DUI charge, it is important to speak to a lawyer who is skilled in defending drunk driving cases.