What are the Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) laws in New York?
Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is a crime, and DWI laws are strictly enforced in New York State. Penalties include the loss of driving privileges, fines and jail. The DMV web site has information about the DWI laws in NYS, and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee web site has other information about alcohol, drugs and driving.