Strategies for Defending DWI Cases in New York, 2012 ed.: Leading Lawyers on Recent Developments in New York DWI Law and Their Impact on Defense Strategies (Inside the Minds)

Strategies for Defending DWI Cases in New York provides an authoritative, insider's perspective on representing clients who are accused of driving while intoxicated. Featuring experienced criminal defense attorneys from across New York State, this book guides the reader through important changes to the DWI regulations, such as Leandra's Law, and other legal developments that are affecting this area. From the validity of portable breath test results and blood-breath ratio variability to the rise of video evidence and traffic checkpoints, these top lawyers discuss elements that are complicating today's DWI cases. These authors offer proven tactics for examining the stop, defending a client in a breath test case, and negotiating with prosecutors during a time of increased penalties. Additionally, these leaders examine new issues in discovery, including the latest technologies and how to use them to your client's benefit. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts on the keys to success within this specialized field.

Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business and legal intelligence from leading C-Level executives and lawyers. Each chapter offers thought leadership and expert analysis on an industry, profession, or topic, providing a future-oriented perspective and proven strategies for success. Each author has been selected based on their experience and C-Level standing within the business and legal communities.

Chapters Include:

1. Ronald J. Meltzer, Attorney at Law, Ronald J. Meltzer, Attorney at Law - "Defending Breath Test Cases in New York State"
2. Kevin K. McKain, Member, McKain Law Firm PC - "DWI Defense: Preserving the Local Perspective in a Growing Legal Environment"
3. Michael M. Mohun and Daniel M. Killelea, Partners, Mohun & Killelea - "Analyzing Case Law Related to DWI Vehicle Stop Issues"
4. Michael S. Discioarro, Founder and President, The Law Offices of Michael S. Discioarro LLC - "The Anatomy of a DWI Client Strategy and Trial"
5. Jane H. Fisher-Byrialsen, Founding Partner, Fisher, Byrialsen & Kreizer PLLC - "Meeting the Challenges of DWI Cases"
6. Jonna M. Spilbor, Owner, Law Office of Jonna M. Spilbor PLLC - "Recurring Challenges in DWI Defense Cases"
7. John G. Leonard, Partner, Leonard, Curley & Walsh PLLC - "Chemical Test Discovery: What You Need, How to Get It, How to Use It, and the State s Little (BIG) Secret"

Appendices Include:

Appendix A: Henry's Law Poster
Appendix B: Sample Discovery Demand for Infrared Test
Appendix C: Sample Discovery Demand with Blood Test
Appendix D: Sample Letter Regarding Penalties
Appendix E: Letter from State Police Counsel to New York District Attorneys