When does a driver's license automatically get suspended after a DWI?

The driver's license automatically gets suspended upon arrest with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) over 0.08% or if the driver refuses to take the breath test. This procedure stems from the "per se" law, which states that operating a vehicle with a BAC above the legal limit constitutes driving while intoxicated, leading to immediate administrative penalties. New York law also enforces an implied consent law, meaning that by obtaining a driver's license, an individual agrees to submit to chemical testing when suspected of DWI. Refusing this test can result in an automatic license suspension as well. These measures prioritize road safety and deter impaired driving, reflecting the serious nature of DWI offenses.

The other options do not reflect the legal protocols in place surrounding immediate license suspensions in DWI cases. Warnings from officers or traffic tickets do not lead to automatic suspensions; instead, these may contribute to an officer's decision to make an arrest or to the case being established in court, where the final determination occurs.