A first-time conviction for driving under the influence of drugs, under vehicle and traffic law 1192(4), will result in a license revocation for a minimum of six months. You face up to $1,000 in court fines and will have to pay $395 or $400 in surcharges depending on the court of conviction. You also face [...]

Driving while your ability is impaired by the combined influence of drugs and/or alcohol is found under vehicle and traffic law section 1192(4-a). If you are convicted of this offense, it is a misdemeanor and your license will be revoked for a minimum of six months. You will be fined up to $1,000 and will [...]

Yes. Even if your medication was prescribed you can still be charged and convicted of a driving-under-the-influence of drugs if the prescription caused you to be impaired while you operated your vehicle