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DWI / DUI

Syracuse DWI/DUI Defense Attorney

Throughout New York, law enforcement is cracking down on drunk driving. Increased penalties have been put in place. They range from fines, to jail time, to loss of license. Defense lawyer Thomas W. Ryan can defend you against charges of DWI/DUI. He has more than 35 years of experience in criminal law. Whether you are a first-time or repeat offender, he is ready to put his experience and knowledge to work defending you.

For a free consultation about DWI/DUI charges, contact Thomas W. Ryan at 866-478-8725 or 315-849-5962.

Misdemeanor DWAI, Felony DWI and Multiple DUI Offenses

Throughout New York, including Syracuse, Manlius, Liverpool, Baldwinsville, Rome, Ithaca, Cortland, Oswego, Cicero, Auburn, Watertown, Binghamton, Utica, Oneida, and Fayetteville, people turn to Attorney Ryan for defense against charges of DWI/DUI. He is available to defend you against charges of driving while intoxicated and all related matters, including:

  • DWI (driving while intoxicated with BAC of .08 or higher)
  • Aggravated DWI (BAC of .18 or higher)
  • DWAI (driving while ability impaired)
  • DUID (driving under the influence of drugs)
  • Refusing field sobriety testing
  • Driving with a suspended or revoked license
  • Repeat offenses
  • Chemical test refusals
  • Hit and run
  • Vehicular manslaughter

Many people do not realize that they face increasingly harsh New York DWI/DUI penalties including thousands of dollars in fines, years behind bars and the prolonged loss of a driver's license. No matter what you have been charged with, from your third conviction within an 18 month period to an out-of-state violation, Attorney Ryan can help.

Protecting Your Rights and Driving Privileges

Attorney Thomas W. Ryan wants to protect your future. He does not want to see your life changed due to charges of DWI/DUI. He does not want to see you have to modify your lifestyle because your charges have led to license suspension. He does not want to see you struggle to get employment because of the mark on your permanent record, or lose your commercial driver's license (CDL). He wants to defend you against these and all other implications that come along with drunk driving charges.

New York DWI DUI Attorney Committed to Protecting Your Future

Personal attention is just part of the service he provides. When you choose him to represent you, he will handle your case. It will not be handed off to a less experienced associate. When you have questions or concerns, he will be the one to answer them. He is here for you.

Contact DWI/DUI defense lawyer Thomas W. Ryan at 866-478-8725 or 315-849-5962 for a free consultation.


Thomas W. Ryan, Attorney at Law, represents clients throughout New York, including the cities of Syracuse, Rome, Utica, Ithaca, Cortland, Oswego, Watertown, Auburn, Oneida, and Binghamton; the counties of Madison County, Oswego County, Cayuga County, Cortland County, Oneida County, Jefferson County, Broome County, and Tompkins County; and the courts in Manlius, Liverpool, Baldwinsville, Cicero, Salina, DeWitt, and Fayetteville.

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