The Inniss Firm, PLLC Fights for Your Defense
When you are facing a DWI charge or a criminal accusation in New York's Hudson Valley, the attorney you choose can change everything. The Inniss Firm, PLLC stands out from most criminal defense firms because of a background that very few lawyers can claim: the founder spent more than two decades as a New York State Trooper before ever setting foot in a courtroom as a defense attorney.
That combination is rare. It is also a genuine advantage for clients.
What The Inniss Firm, PLLC Does
Randall Inniss founded The Inniss Firm, PLLC in 2015, a boutique criminal defense firm that serves the Hudson Valley and New York regions, with a focus on state criminal law and Driving While Intoxicated cases.
The firm focuses on representing those charged with DWI, as well as other misdemeanor and felony offenses including drug and weapons possession, larceny, assault and domestic violence, robbery, burglary, and criminal mischief.
The firm also handles traffic tickets and has a strong presence in the transportation sector. Attorney Inniss proudly represents both local and over-the-road truck drivers and other fleet operators, including livery cab drivers, Uber and Lyft operators, and those with commercial driver's licenses.
Why a Former Trooper Makes a Better DWI Defense Attorney
This is where The Inniss Firm, PLLC makes its most compelling case to potential clients.
Most defense attorneys learn about DWI arrests by reading case files. Randall Inniss lived them from the other side for over two decades. He knows what officers are trained to look for, how sobriety tests are supposed to be administered, and where the process can go wrong.
As a qualified NHTSA Instructor in Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, Randall goes to the scene where tests were conducted to gauge the area and environment that might have affected the results. He reviews police dash cam video and body-worn camera footage to ensure that proper instructions were provided.
His training includes federal NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Testing instruction for lawyers through Impaired Driving Specialists, LLC, as well as training completed at the National College of DUI Defense at Harvard College.
That level of preparation means he is not just reading reports in an office. He is checking the pavement, the lighting, and the slope of the road where you were asked to walk a straight line.
What Are the Consequences of a DWI in New York?
If you are wondering why any of this matters, consider what a conviction can cost you. A first offense DWI in New York can result in up to one year in jail, fines up to $1,000, a six-month license suspension, and mandatory alcohol education programs. A second offense can bring up to four years in jail, fines up to $5,000, a one-year license revocation, and an ignition interlock device requirement. A third offense can result in up to seven years in jail, fines up to $10,000, and a multi-year license revocation.
Additional consequences can include increased insurance premiums, mandatory community service, and a criminal record that affects employment and housing opportunities.
Beyond the legal penalties, a DWI conviction can follow you for years. It can show up on background checks and cost you professional licenses. It can affect custody situations. It can change the direction of your life.
The Areas The Firm Serves
The Inniss Firm, PLLC is conveniently positioned to serve a large stretch of New York. With offices located in Wallkill, New York, the firm is centrally located to provide rapid, attentive legal help in Orange County. The firm also serves Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, Ulster, Westchester, and Sullivan counties, making it one of the more accessible criminal defense options in the entire Hudson Valley region.
The Inniss Firm, PLLC has been accredited by the Better Business Bureau since June 2021.
Should You Call The Inniss Firm?
If you or someone you know has been charged with a DWI or any criminal offense in the Hudson Valley, time is not on your side. Evidence needs to be reviewed. Video footage needs to be preserved. Deadlines with the DMV come quickly.
Attorney Randall Inniss brings over a decade of legal experience handling DWI and DWAI charges, controlled substance charges, and all manner of criminal defense matters. Pair that with more than two decades of law enforcement experience and a career at one of the most recognized sports organizations in the world, and you have a defense attorney who truly knows how both sides of the system work.
The Inniss Firm, PLLC can be reached at (845) 533-0265. The firm offers complimentary consultations and is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you cannot come to them, they will come to you.