New York DMV Permit Written TestAlcohol and Drug LawsMedium
A New York State driver is convicted of a second DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) offense within 10 years. In addition to potential fines and imprisonment, what is the mandatory minimum license revocation period?
- A18 months
- B1 year
- C6 months
- D2 years
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Correct answer: B. 1 year
For a second DWI conviction within 10 years in New York State, the mandatory minimum license revocation period is 1 year. This is a severe penalty to discourage repeat offenses.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. 18 months is typically for a second Agg-DWI within 10 years.
- C. 6 months is typically for a first DWAI/Alcohol offense.
- D. 2 years is usually for a third DWI or Agg-DWI within specific timeframes.
Repeat DWI Penalties (NY)
New York State imposes escalating penalties for repeat DWI offenses, including longer license revocations, higher fines, and increased potential for imprisonment.
- Penalties increase with each subsequent offense
- Lookback period is 10 years
- Mandatory license revocation is a key penalty
Memory trick: One-and-Done is bad, Two-in-Ten is worse, Three-in-Ten is the worst.