Get Trusted Legal Defense for Your CDL-Related DWI

Facing a DWI with CDL creates immense pressure and uncertainty about your professional future. All you need is an experienced lawyer who understands the heightened regulations for commercial drivers and could help you fight to save your profession throughout the process. Your career security is based on sustaining your commercial driving license and getting appropriate legal representation is what you must do. We will go through the legal complexities with you, diminish possible punishment and be defending your case to achieve the most appropriate end.

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Essential Information About Your DWI with CDL Charge

DWI with CDL cases require immediate professional attention. Although it may appear to be a routine case of DWI, it becomes infinitely simpler when you have a commercial driver license. Commercial drivers are subjected to lower blood alcohol threshold and increased penalties as compared to common drivers. A DWI with CDL conviction can permanently destroy your career, affecting your ability to support your family and maintain your lifestyle. The federal and state laws that regulate the drivers of commercial vehicles are harsh and one should have an experienced lawyer by his or her side. We examine all aspects of your case in order to devise the best defense approach. We are here to defend your professional reputation and to bring you an optimal outcome possible.

Experienced CDL Lawyers for Commercial DWI Defense

The Law Office of Steven Siegel PLLC has accumulated over 38 years of experience defending commercial drivers facing DWI with CDL charges. We are certified Commercial Driver Lawyer with extensive knowledge of both DWI law and commercial driving regulations. Our team understands the devastating impact a DWI with CDL conviction can have on your career and financial stability. We pursue the rights and livelihood of each client with an aggressive approach yet in a professional manner. Our proven track record reflects our deep understanding of successful defense strategies in DWI with CDL cases. With our competent representation, thousands of commercial drivers have saved their careers on the road and beaten their legal hurdles.

How We Work?

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Initial Consultation and Case Review

Your first step with our Long Island CDL attorneys is a thorough consultation. We carefully review the details of your case, including citations, police reports, and test results. During this process, we explain your legal options and provide clear guidance on what to expect. If immediate issues such as a potential CDL suspension arise, we act quickly to protect your license and address urgent concerns without delay. Beyond reviewing paperwork, we also take time to understand your background as a commercial driver and how the outcome could affect your career. This allows us to tailor our approach to your specific needs. From the start, our goal is not just to defend your case but also to safeguard your future as a professional driver.

Tailored Defense Strategy for CDL Drivers

Protecting your commercial driver’s license requires a defense strategy designed with precision. Our team gathers all the relevant details of your case and evaluates every angle. Whether it involves contesting procedural errors, challenging test results, or reviewing enforcement reports, we build a defense that safeguards your livelihood. As part of this process, we may also address issues such as speeding tickets, traffic violations, or alcohol-related charges that could put your CDL at risk. With the help of experienced CDL lawyers, every step is taken with your career and reputation in mind.

Court Representation and Resolution

If your case advances to court, you will have the support of an experienced CDL ticket lawyer who understands Long Island’s legal system. We work to challenge the prosecution, protect your rights, and limit the impact on your driving record and livelihood. Whether the goal is a reduction in charges, dismissal, or minimizing penalties, our attorneys are committed to achieving the best possible outcome while keeping your ability to work as a professional driver intact. We know that even minor infractions can carry serious consequences for CDL holders, which is why we take every detail seriously. Our courtroom strategies are built on thorough preparation and a deep understanding of both state and federal CDL regulations. With our team on your side, you have experienced advocates who fight not only for your legal rights but also for your career stability.

38 Years of Focused Experience You Can Trust

To handle a DWI with a CDL in New York, you need an attorney who recognizes the unique challenges commercial drivers encounter and the higher stakes involved. We possess 38 years of specialized experience defending DWI with CDL cases and understand the most effective defense tactics. The benefits of knowing Long Island lawyers, who include prosecutors, and judges, through and through, yields tactical advantages in creating and shoring-up a defense on your behalf. As certified commercial drivers license DWI lawyers with specialized training that most attorneys don’t possess, we fight relentlessly to have charges dismissed or reduced. We are dedicated to maintaining your career and keeping you working on the wheels professionally. You will be well informed concerning your case because each client gets individualized attention.

About Steven S. Siegel

Steven S. Siegle is an experienced and dedicated attorney with a career spanning over 40 years. He earned his J.D. from Hofstra University School of Law in 1982, graduating in just 2½ years while working full-time at a law firm. Steven was admitted to the New York State Bar in 1984 and has since built a distinguished career, specializing in DWI/DWAI and vehicular defense. He has extensive experience in both criminal and civil law, having handled complex cases involving birth defects, brain injuries, and construction accidents. Steven has served as a Justice for the Village of East Rockaway and as an arbitrator and mediator for the Jansen Group. He is also a founding member of the Philippine Legal Defense and Education Fund and has contributed to various organizations, including The Gift of Life Organization. With his broad expertise, Steven provides clients with top-tier legal representation in all areas of DWI and criminal law.

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Highlights From Steven S Siegel Career

Discover the impressive career and expertise of Steven S. Siegle, our head attorney, dedicated to exceptional legal defense.

Education

J.D. 1982 Hofstra University School of Law, Hempstead, New York

Graduated in 2 ½ years while working full time at the Law Firm of Maurice Young and Associates.

1984 Admission To The New York State Bar

1980 B.A. Psychology, Cum Laude, State University of New York at Albany, Albany, New York

1981 Oxford University, Oxford, England

Publications

“Psychotherapist-Patient Sexual Contact: A Guide for Plaintiff’s Attorneys,”

Published in New York Negligence Reporter, Matthew Bender & Co., November 1995 issue, co-author with Bruce V. Hillowe, J.D., Ph.D.

Associations

Philippine Legal Defense and Education Fund,

Founding Board Member and General Counsel, 2010 to Present.(italicize)

Peninsula Counseling Center, Member of Board of Directors, 2004-2008

Treatment and Research Advancement (TARA) Association for Personality Disorder, Charter Member of Board of Directors, 1997-2000

The Gift of Life Organization, Legal Advisor and Charter Member of Board of Directors, Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital Center, New York, New York, Heart Transplant Division 1999-Present

Legal Counsel to Queens Hospital Center Advisory Board, 1997

Certificates in Lead Risk Assessment and Abatement, University of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland, 1993

Legal Experience

The Law Office of Steven S. Siegel, PLLC, Uniondale, NY, 2007 to present.

Law Offices of John Chambers, P.C., New York, New York, 2002-2007

Responsibilities:

Defense Management of all significant trial matters for preeminent firm; I have taken hundreds of depositions all across the State relative to brain damaged baby litigation as “Of Counsel” to a large Maryland Law Firm. My caseload included severe birth related defects, brain injuries and other matters involving serious physical impairment; trial preparation requiring proficiency in complex medical conditions and procedures as well as close associations with highly regarded experts.

Justice of the Village of East Rockaway, New York, 2004-2021.

Responsibilities: Adjudication of Village Code Violations, Motor Vehicle matters as well as lesser criminal cases.

Jansen Group, Jericho N.Y. 2009 to present. Arbitrator, Mediator.

Cronin & Byczek, LLP, Lake Success, New York, 1999-2002

Responsibilities: Management of complex civil and criminal matters including oversight and trial of all catastrophic cases such as crane related deaths, products liability litigation and other construction accidents.

Law Offices of Steven S. Siegel, Garden City, New York, 1987-99

Responsibilities: Diversified practice including trial defense of New York State Homicide cases and Federal RICO actions; Prosecution of high profile civil litigation including medical malpractice, and general liability negligence matters.

Queens District Attorney, 1984-1986

Responsibilities: Queens County District Attorney’s Office: Trial Attorney Special Victims Bureau, handled the first DNA prosecution in the County of Queens.

Adjunct Professor, St. John’s University Division of Paralegal Studies, Flushing, New York, 1996-99

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FAQ's

What should I do if I've been charged with DWI as a CDL holder?

If charged with DWI with CDL, immediately contact experienced CDL DWI attorneys who understand commercial driving regulations. Without being represented by a lawyer, do not talk about the case to the police or the prosecutors. As mandated by both company policy and the DOT rules, notify your employer. Collect all documents relevant to the arrest, such as police reports and information about the witnesses. Do not write about the incident on social media. Time plays a very vital role in such cases, the deadlines to review license suspension is stringent, and it takes time to prepare a strong defense.

Can you get a CDL with a DWI?

Obtaining a CDL when you have a DWI in your history can be challenging. Most employers will not hire any driver who has a recent DWI conviction on his/her record, and in a number of states there is a waiting period before you are allowed to apply to receive a CDL after having been issued a DWI. There are DWI convictions that render you ineligible to obtain a CDL permanently. However, an experienced CDL DWI attorney may be able to help minimize the impact of a DWI conviction on your ability to obtain or maintain commercial driving privileges through strategic defense planning.

Can I lose my CDL after a DWI?

Yes, you can lose your CDL after a DWI with CDL conviction. Professional drivers are considered to be even stricter as compared to regular drivers in their respective blood alcohol content and slightest of reprimand. The first offense DWI causes the one-year suspension of the CDL and the second one causes the disqualification of a CDL in most cases. The consequences are severe and immediate, which is why having skilled CDL DWI attorneys fighting for you is essential to protect your commercial driving privileges and career.

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