When dealing with a DUI arrest in Pennsylvania, mistakes can prove incredibly costly. If you aren’t careful, you could end up facing unnecessary penalties—or you could even end up facing a conviction when you were entitled to walk free. All DUI defendants in Pennsylvania have defenses available, and failing to defend yourself effectively could have drastic and long-term impacts on many aspects of your life. As a result, it is critical to familiarize yourself with the mistakes you need to avoid. From the moment you get a DUI arrest through the final resolution of your DUI case, unnecessary mist ..read more

Facing a DUI in Pennsylvania presents significant risks regardless of what you do for work. But, for doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals, the risks can be far greater. Getting arrested for DUI can put your license in jeopardy; and, even if you can protect (or restore) your license, having a DUI on your record can have long-term consequences for your career. If you are facing a DUI in Pennsylvania as a licensed medical professional, it is critical to ensure that you have a clear understanding of the circumstances at hand. This includes not only the circumstances surrounding your DU ..read more

Drunk driving charges carry severe risks in Pennsylvania—and if you don’t take your case seriously, you could face consequences for years to come. Protecting yourself starts with making smart decisions, and this means that you need to rely on the advice of an experienced DUI defense attorney. But, even when you work with an attorney, it helps to have at least a basic understanding of your case. We published several articles on DUI-related topics throughout 2023, and we encourage you to read these articles so that you know what to expect as your DUI case moves forward: Understanding Your Penns ..read more

When you are facing a DUI charge in Pennsylvania, you need to do everything you can to avoid unnecessary consequences. A DUI conviction can change your life for years to come, and the financial costs alone can quickly add up to thousands of dollars. But do you need to hire a lawyer to represent you, or can you handle your DUI case alone? In other words, how hard is it really to fight a DUI in Pennsylvania? Fighting a DUI charge in Pennsylvania is not easy. While there are several ways to fight a Pennsylvania DUI, you need to know which defenses you can assert in your case and how to maintain t ..read more

If you got caught driving drunk in Pennsylvania, it might seem like hiring a DUI defense lawyer isn’t worth it. You made a mistake, got caught, and now it’s time to face the consequences. Right? Wrong. Even if you were driving drunk, there are still many ways an experienced DUI defense lawyer can help you. There are defenses you can assert regardless of whether you were driving drunk; while your best option might be to focus on negotiating a plea bargain, you may also have options for avoiding a conviction entirely. Why It’s Worth Hiring a DUI Lawyer if You Got Caught Driving Drunk in Pen ..read more

Getting arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Pennsylvania can have serious consequences. This is true regardless of whether you are under 21. In Pennsylvania, DUI is a serious crime, and underage “zero tolerance” DUI cases are treated like DUIs involving a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.10%. A DUI during college can lead to fines, jail time, and other criminal consequences, impacting your academic and post-college careers. DUI arrests can lead to disciplinary action in many cases, and prospective employers will consider your DUI arrest when deciding whether to extend an of ..read more

Facing criminal charges can be an unnerving and stressful situation. Depending on the specific charges against you, you could face substantial fines and months or years of prison time. Having a criminal record will impact your life in innumerable other ways as well—and, as a result, you need to defend yourself by all means available. This starts with hiring an experienced criminal defense lawyer to represent you. When you hire a lawyer, building your defense starts with an initial consultation. In a recent blog article, we covered 10 questions you should ask before hiring a criminal defense la ..read more

You can face different DUI charges in Pennsylvania based on your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). The higher your BAC, the more serious the charge—and the greater the penalties on the table. You can also face a DUI charge even if your BAC isn’t over the legal limit. This is a type of “general impairment” DUI, as discussed in greater detail below. If your alcohol consumption has “rendered [you] incapable of safely driving, operating or being in actual physical control of the movement of the vehicle,” then you can be found guilty of DUI regardless of your BAC. But, for purposes of this article ..read more

When the police pull you over on suspicion of drunk driving in Pennsylvania, they will typically ask you to take a breath test. If you take a breath test, the police can record your blood alcohol concentration (BAC)—and, if your BAC is over the legal limit, prosecutors can use this to prove that you were under the influence behind the wheel. But, what happens if you don’t take a breath test? Let’s say the police pulled you over; and, when the officer asked you to blow into the breathalyzer, you refused. As a result, the government doesn’t have a record of your BAC at the time of your arrest. D ..read more

One of the biggest risks of driving under the influence (DUI) is causing an accident that results in serious or fatal injuries. This risk is the reason why driving under the influence is illegal, and it is the reason why Pennsylvania’s penalties for DUI convictions are so severe. But, what happens if you actually cause an accident while driving drunk? In Pennsylvania, the consequences of driving under the influence increase substantially if you cause a serious or fatal collision. Along with facing a DUI charge, you can also face a felony charge for aggravated assault or homicide by vehicle. Un ..read more