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In Pennsylvania, if a driver is suspected to be under the influence of alcohol, they may be asked to take a chemical test to determine their blood alcohol concentration (BAC). The results can be found through the use of a breathalyzer or blood test. To many, this test is seen as intrusive and gives a …
Alcoholics Anonymous provides support and guidance for individuals struggling with alcohol addiction, giving a safe space for all to share their experiences and receive encouragement from others in similar situations. With each member being able to relate to their peers, a sense of compassion and understanding is gained from every conversation. Continued program use creates …
The average layperson doesn’t know very much about state laws, and what they do know likely comes from both media and social acquaintances. In other words, what people may think they know could, in fact, be wildly inaccurate. Confusion about what is legal and what is not can lead people to make choices that put …
Field sobriety tests can be a major factor in DUI charges. As a result, it is important for accused drivers facing DUI accusations, allegations and charges to be familiar with DUI defense options and how they can challenge the accuracy and reliability of field sobriety tests which may form the basis of the criminal charges …
Nobody ever sets out to become an alcoholic. But the fact is that all who drink run the risk of becoming an alcoholic. Some people are genetically predisposed to addiction but for many others, the disease creeps up on them. You might start out having a few beers with the guys after work. But over …
DUI charges are taken seriously and can result in stiff penalties and hefty fines. Accused individuals face time in jail, significant fines and the potential loss of their driver’s license when facing DUI charges. In addition, there can be many negative impacts on the accused individual’s life related to DUI charges including increased insurance rates …
Although there is generally a lot of confusion about the civil rights for American citizens, most people are vaguely aware of the fact that the Fifth Amendment protects them from forced self-incrimination. That can mean that during encounters with law enforcement, they assert that they aren’t going to speak or comply with the request of …
Can you refuse a chemical test during a DUI stop in Pennsylvania? Read More »
It is important not to take drunk driving charges lightly because they are serious criminal charges that can carry serious potential penalties and consequences for accused individuals. Individuals accused of driving while impaired are facing potential criminal penalties, administrative consequences and the detrimental personal impact of DUI charges. DUI charges can result in a criminal arrest …
What an accused individual is facing when charged with a DUI Read More »
If any driver is found to have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher, they will automatically face DUI charges. However, the penalties faced will depend on the circumstances. For example, a first offense DUI will be treated much differently than in a situation where a driver is highly intoxicated and causes a …
When people talk about the criminal consequences of an impaired driving charge in Pennsylvania, they almost always focus on jail time and financial fines, as well as worrying about a criminal record. While a criminal record, incarceration, and financial consequences can have a negative impact on your life, people focused on jail and fines are …
Installing an ignition interlock can help you keep driving in PA Read More »