What's a Dwi Charge?

DWI stands for “driving while intoxicated,” and is mostly incorporated in cases specifically related to those who drive while impaired by alcohol. The blood alcohol content (BAC) of a driver with a DWI must be at least 0.08% — the legal limit of driving while intoxicated in New York.

Which is worse a DUI or a DWI?

Since a DWI carries more serious penalties, it is typically worse than a DUI. The penalties for a DUI or a DWI depend on the circumstances of the case such as a resulting injury/fatality, blood alcohol level (BAC), number of offenses, and the status of the defendant's driver's license.

What's a DWI charge?

DWI, on the other hand, may mean driving while intoxicated or driving while impaired. ... Regardless of what it's called, a charge of DUI or DWI arises when a law enforcement officer thinks you were too impaired to drive. The impairment could be caused by alcohol, drugs, sleepiness or other factors.