NY Motorcycle Law & DUI Stops in Long Island: Know Your Rights
During a motorcycle DUI stop in New York, understanding your rights around police
stops, searches, and field sobriety tests is critical. In this episode of the
Riding Counsel motorcycle podcast, host Richard Jaffe, Esq. speaks
with DUI defense attorney Max Frizalone, Esq. about what riders need to know
to protect themselves, avoid costly mistakes, and navigate vehicle searches safely.
Timestamps
- 00:00 – Introduction to Body-Worn Cameras
- 00:25 – Understanding Voluntary Field Sobriety Tests & Vehicle Searches
- 01:06 – Welcome to Riding Counsel
- 02:17 – Meet Our Guest: Max Frizalone, Esq.
- 03:43 – DWI vs. DUI: What’s the Difference?
- 05:52 – Common Reasons for Motorcycle Stops
- 09:47 – Field Sobriety Tests Explained
- 22:08 – Breathalyzer Tests: Accuracy and Use
- 25:13 – Handling Your Motorcycle Post-Arrest
- 30:18 – Conclusion and Contact Information
What You’ll Learn
- The difference between DWI vs. DUI in New York and how it applies to riders.
- When field sobriety tests are voluntary and what that really means at a stop.
- How police searches and vehicle searches work for motorcycles.
- Common reasons riders get stopped and how officers build a DUI/DWI case.
- How accurate breathalyzer tests really are — and how they’re used against you.
- What happens to your motorcycle if you’re arrested and how to plan ahead.
- Practical tips to stay informed, protect your rights, and ride responsibly.
This episode promotes education, awareness, and responsible riding, helping
motorcyclists stay informed and prepared if they ever face a DUI/DWI stop.
Previous Episode:
Motorcycle Concealed Carry and Your 2nd Amendment Rights – Genius or Disaster? (Ep. 33)
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