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Welcome to Richard Hochhauser’s new website. Dedicated to helping you find your way through the legal system. When it comes to DWI law, and criminal defense, Richard is an expert. As a former prosecutor in NY, he’s developed experience that not many other lawyers possess. He has great reviews online that validate him and his…

Why You Should Take Drug Possession Charges Seriously You’re not manufacturing, selling, or trafficking drugs but are caught in possession of drugs in New York – what penalties are you facing? Depending on the type and amount of illicit substance involved, drug possession charges are usually among the lowest grade of drug crime, but that…

Every driver in New York state should be aware of the legal blood alcohol limits to avoid costly mistakes and, potentially, a lifelong criminal record. If you are caught driving over the limit in New York, you will be arrested, your fingerprints taken, and you will be charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). Even if…