Pennsylvania's driving under the influence laws take a graduated approach to penalties. For example, the more alcohol that is present in a driver's blood, the higher the penalties may be. However, blood alcohol content alone may not lead to a harsher penalty, and a...
DUI
What is a standardized field sobriety test?
Pennsylvania residents like you may face a battery of tests if an officer suspects you of driving under the influence. Breath and blood tests have the biggest reputation. One has accuracy issues and the other is an invasive procedure. There is another common tool for...
Understanding implied consent and how it impacts drivers
When law enforcement arrest drivers for alleged driving under the influence of alcohol, they will ask motorists to provide breath or blood samples for chemical testing. Chemically analyzed to determine drivers’ blood alcohol concentration levels, the results of such...
Can a DUI conviction alter your college path?
You are going to college in Pennsylvania, enjoying this new chapter in your life. As with any other life stage, you will have ups and downs. You will learn a lot and make mistakes, which you will grow from. But there are some mistakes that are too costly to make....
Drunk driving charges and your custody rights
When people think about the consequences of a drunk driving case, many focus on the financial penalties, the impact these charges have on one's career, the possibility of time behind bars and losing driving privileges. However, it is important to recognize the other...
The long-term consequences of a DUI conviction
Long sunny days and warm nights are perfect for Pennsylvania get-togethers. You may face a drunk driving charge if you drink alcoholic beverages at these events and get behind the wheel after having a few too many. We often provide legal representation to clients...
Lawrence man exonerated after wrongful DUI conviction
A drunk driving conviction can carry with it a certain stigma that can be difficult for people in Indiana to overcome. This is due to the assumption that many have that those who chose to drive after drinking demonstrate an indifference to the safety of others. It is...
Will I lose my insurance coverage after a DUI?
If you feel the temptation to take a drink before getting behind the wheel of your vehicle, the consequences of a DUI may help you to think otherwise. A DUI can produce many undesirable outcomes, including a major hike of your insurance premiums. Your insurer may even...
What is an ignition interlock system?
One of the most common crimes in Pennsylvania is driving under the influence. This is a very preventable crime, and it is important to understand all of the ramifications of driving drunk before you get behind the wheel. According to the Pennsylvania Department of...
What is a probable cause to arrest?
If an officer suspects a Pennsylvania resident of DUI, this is not enough reason to arrest them. They must have a probable cause to arrest before that. Today we will take a look at what makes a probable cause to arrest. FieldSobrietyTests.org takes a look at this...