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Are you facing driving under the influence charges in Rochester, NY? Fiandach & Fiandach is a trusted name for obtaining skilled and experienced DWI attorney services. With over 4,000 DWI cases tried since 1979, Edward Fiandach has the expertise to defend your rights and protect your future. Choose the best and most knowledgeable attorney to represent you and contact us today.
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A Timeline of Victories
August 5, 2025
Charged: July 10, 2024
Serious Motor Vehicle Accident: Driving While Intoxicated, Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated (.24 BAC), Following Too Closely and Drinking Alcohol or Using Cannabis in a Motor Vehicle
Concluded: August 5, 2025
Full Dismissal
May 29, 2025
Charged: May 16, 2025
Driving While Intoxicated (.04), Driving on Shoulder, Consumption of Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle
Concluded: May 29, 2025
Full Dismissal
April 21, 2025
Charged: May 24, 2024
Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs/Special, No Headlamps, Driving While Intoxicated
Concluded: April 21, 2025:
Full Dismissal
May 16, 2025
Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated (.18), DWI, Speed (75/40), Refusal to Submit to Chemical Test
Concluded: May 16, 2025
Full Dismissal
March 18, 2025
Charged: December 24, 2024
Driving While Intoxicated E Felony (prior within 10 years) (refusal - lost), Leaving Scene of Property Damage Accident, Driving on Shoulder/Highway, Speed, Move from Lane Unsafely, Leave MV Unattended
Concluded: March 18, 2025:
Full Dismissal
March 12, 2025
Charged: August 6, 2023
Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated - Leandra’s Law a Felony, Driving While Intoxicated, Refusal to Take a Breath Test, Consumption of Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle, Front Seat Passenger Age 8-15 No/Improper Seatbelt and No Headlights/Inclement.
Concluded: March 12, 2025:
Dismissal of ALL Charges
March 3, 2025
Charged: May 26, 2024
Driving While Intoxicated as a Felony with an Accident; Refusal. Prior DWI 2018.
Concluded: March 3, 2025:
Driving While Ability Impaired (traffic violation)
March 18, 2025
Charged: October 1, 2024
Aggravated Unlicensed Operation 1st - Felony, Driving While Intoxicated, Leaving /Scene Property Damage Accident, Speed Not Reasonable and Prudent, Disobeyed Traffic Control Device, Unregistered Motor Vehicle, Unlicensed Operator, Operation Outside Ignition Interlock Device. 3 prior alcohol convictions.
Concluded: March 18, 2025
Full Dismissal
February 26, 2025
Charged: December 25, 2023
Driving While Intoxicated as a Felony, Driving While Intoxicated .15 BAC, Open Container. Prior DWI in 2017.
Concluded: February 26, 2025:
Dismissal of ALL Charges
December 17, 2024
Charged: November 9, 2023
Driving While Intoxicated, Failure to Dim Lights
Concluded: December 17, 2024:
Dismissal of ALL Charges
October 31, 2024
Charged: June 28, 2024
Driving While Intoxicated, Refusal and a prior conviction
Concluded on October 31, 2024:
Dismissal of ALL Charges
August 22, 2024
Charged: March 1, 2024
Driving While Intoxicated; Refusal with accident
Concluded on August 22, 2024:
Dismissal of ALL Charges
October 2, 2024
Charged: March 28, 2024
Driving While Intoxicated, Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated (.23 BAC with an accident), Failure to Keep Right, Operating a Vehicle while using a Mobile Device
Concluded on October 2, 2024:
Dismissal of ALL Charges
April 26th, 2024
Charged: January 1, 2024
Driving While Intoxicated, Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated (.19 BAC), Moved From Lane Unsafely
Concluded on April 26th, 2024:
Dismissal of ALL Charges
May 6, 2024
Charged: December 24, 2023
Driving While Intoxicated, Refusal
Concluded on May 6, 2024:
Dismissal of ALL Charges
April 10, 2024
Charged: November 25, 2023
Driving While Intoxicated, Drove Across Hazard Marking, Improper/No Signal.
Concluded on April 10, 2024:
DWAI (traffic infraction) in FULL satisfaction
April 4, 2024
Charged: November 10, 2023
Driving While Intoxicated, Disobeying Traffic Control Device.
Concluded on April 4, 2024:
Dismissal of ALL charges
April 30, 2024
Charged: October 14, 2023
Driving While Intoxicated (refusal with prior DWI)
Concluded on April 30, 2024:
Dismissal of ALL Charges
September 16, 2024
Charged: August 27, 2023
Driving While Intoxicated, Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated (.21 BAC); Unlicensed Operator
Concluded on September 16, 2024:
Dismissal of ALL Charges
January 24, 2024
Charged: August 27, 2023
Accident Case; Failed to Keep Right; Speed Not Reasonable and Prudent; Operating While Using Cell Phone; Driving While Intoxicated; Driving While Intoxicated, per se.
Concluded on January 24, 2024:
DWAI (traffic infraction) in full satisfaction of all charges.
October 15, 2024
Charged: July 30, 2023
Driving While Intoxicated, Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated (.27 BAC with accident), Failure to Stop, Unregistered Motor Vehicle
Concluded on October 15, 2024:
Dismissal of ALL Charges
November 1, 2023
Charged: July 25, 2023
Driving While Ability Impaired-Drugs; Moved From Lane Unsafely; No Signal
Concluded on November 1, 2023:
Dismissal of DWAI-Drugs and No Signal - Convicted of Moved From Lane Unsafely violation
December 1, 2023
Charged: July 21, 2023
Driving While Intoxicated, Driving While Ability Impaired; Failed to Yield Right of Way
Concluded on December 1, 2023:
Dismissal
December 19, 2023
Charged: July 15, 2023
Driving While Ability Impaired-Drugs; Speeding 65/45
Concluded on December 19, 2023:
Dismissal of DWAI-Drugs - Convicted of Speeding
November 9, 2023
Charged: July 15, 2023
Driving While Intoxicated; Refusal to Take Breath Test; Speeding (57/35)
Concluded on November 9, 2023:
Dismissal
December 8, 2022
Charged: April 29, 2023
Driving While Ability Impaired-Drugs; No/Inadequate lights
Concluded on December 8, 2023:
Dismissal
November 2, 2023
Charged: April 18, 2023
Accident Case - Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated (.33 BAC); Driving While Intoxicated; Failed to Yield Right of Way
Concluded on November 2, 2023:
DWAI (traffic violation) in full satisfaction of all charges
January 24, 2024
Charged: April 13, 2023
Failed to Use Designated Lane; No Distinctive Plate; Operating While Using Electronic Device; Driving While Intoxicated (refusal)
Concluded on January 24, 2024:
Not Guilty on All Charges
This is the second dismissal we obtained for this client in three years!
July 14, 2025
Charged: September 14, 2024
Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated - Leandra’s Law a Felony; Driving While Intoxicated
Concluded: July 14, 2025:
Full Dismissal
December 13, 2023
Charged: March 31, 2023
Driving While Intoxicated; Aggravated DWI (.22 BAC)
Concluded on December 13, 2023:
DWAI (traffic violation)
October 27, 2023
Charged: January 14, 2023
Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated (.21 BAC); Driving While Intoxicated; Speeding (58/30)
Concluded on October 27, 2023:
DWAI (traffic violation) in full satisfaction of all charges
March 4, 2024
Charged: January 1, 2023
Fatal Accident - Driving While Intoxicated, Driving While Intoxicated .14 BAC.
Concluded on March 4, 2024:
Not Guilty on All Charges
June 18, 2025
Charged: May 23, 2025
Driving While Ability Is Impaired
Concluded: June 18, 2025:
Full dismissal
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Choose the Authority in DWI Defense
When it comes to defending DWI cases in New York, there is one name that stands above the rest. Edward Fiandach, author of New York Driving While Intoxicated, now in its third edition, is widely recognized as the authority in DWI defense. He has also written Handling Drunk Driving Cases 2d, a comprehensive guide used by defense lawyers across the country.
Experience and Expertise You Can Trust
With over 40 years of experience, Edward L. Fiandach is a seasoned attorney who understands the complexities of DWI cases. But what sets him apart is his dedication to educating other lawyers. As a renowned lecturer, he has taught tens of thousands of lawyers how to effectively defend DWI in more than 300 lectures across North America. By choosing Edward Fiandach, you are selecting a lawyer who not only attends the classes but teaches other lawyers how to defend DWI.
Make the Right Choice For Your Future
If you find yourself charged with DWI in New York, the choices you make are crucial. Your future hangs in the balance, and it’s essential to have the right defense attorney by your side. Edward Fiandach and his team at Fiandach & Fiandach have the knowledge, experience, and track record of success in DWI defense.
Interstate DWI Charges: Protecting Your Driving Privileges
Facing a DWI charge? The impact can extend beyond state borders. Whether you’re a non-resident charged in New York or a New York resident facing charges elsewhere, understanding the Interstate Compact on DWI is crucial.
At Fiandach & Fiandach, Ed Fiandach can navigate the complexities of the Compact and protect your driving privileges. With 40+ years of experience, including training lawyers across North America, he’s your trusted partner.
Contact us for a consultation. We’ll fight vigorously to safeguard your driving privileges in interstate DWI cases.
Make the correct choice by choosing Edward Fiandach at Fiandach & Fiandach as your DWI attorney. Your future may depend on it. Contact us now by calling 585-400-4394 (4DWI).
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