If the police pull you over for any reason, it can be a nerve-wracking experience, and even more so if they ask to search your car. Are they simply asking to be polite, and will search your car no matter what your answer is? And can you rightfully say no? Your Fourth...
Are DUI checkpoints legal in Pennsylvania?
With Memorial Day weekend coming up (or recently past, depending on when you read this), police departments throughout Pennsylvania are announcing that they will be setting up DUI checkpoints across the commonwealth. After the last 15 months or so, law enforcement may...
How accurate are DUI breathalyzer tests?
When police arrest you for drunk driving, a lot of questions go through your mind. Will you have to spend more than one night in jail? What other penalties might you face? How will a DUI conviction impact your life? One question you may not ponder is if the...
Defenses against DUI charges
In Pennsylvania, a DUI conviction can come with considerable consequences. A first offense can result in months of probation, hundreds of dollars in fines, and DUI classes and alcohol treatment. When higher tier charges can result in the permanent loss of a license,...
Can I refuse to take a field sobriety test in Pennsylvania?
A fun night out can quickly turn into a stressful, potentially life-changing encounter if you get pulled over on suspicion of driving under the influence. While panic may set in as soon as you see the red-and-blue lights start flashing, it’s important to keep a cool...
DUI arrests don’t stop after the holidays
The holidays may be over, but that doesn't mean that law enforcement agencies will be letting up on their efforts to arrest drunk drivers. The parties and gatherings may have slowed, but officers' commitment to crack down on DUI remains strong. Here are some ways you...
Is it possible to defend against DUI charges?
Whether Pennsylvania residents realize it or not, driving is an essential part of their daily lives. Without a driver's license, it is more difficult to get to work, get groceries, pick up children from school and even get a bite to eat from the corner restaurant....
New laws aim to deter DUI with harsher punishments
Halloween has passed and before we know it, Thanksgiving and even Christmas will be here. All of these holidays make this time of year one of celebration. Many people will go to parties where alcohol is served. Of course, most people drink responsibly. However, even...
When will a DUI lead to license suspension in Pennsylvania?
Most people agree that driving is an integral part of their lives. Unless a person is fortunate enough to live in a city with a reliable public transportation system, most people need to drive to get to work, run errands or visit friends and loved ones. Therefore,...
Senate bill would increase penalties for repeat DUI offenders
With Memorial Day weekend coming up, Pennsylvanians may be looking forward to cook-outs and parties celebrating the unofficial start of summer. This holiday is also a time when many people choose to relax with their favorite drink. However, police will be on high...
