DUIs

From a legal perspective, vehicles and alcohol just don't mix. Everyone is well aware of the fact that Pennsylvania criminalizes driving while drunk. Most people also know about the rules related to the consumption of alcohol in motor vehicles. Unless you are in a...

While the threshold for a DUI is .08% blood alcohol, you can also get a DUI if you’re under 0.08%. When the officer stops your car, they’re really just looking for one thing: evidence of impairment. If your ability to drive safely is impaired by alcohol, no matter how...

Holiday celebrations with friends or family often involve delicious foods and drinks, as well as socializing and even party games. Sadly, the same activities that you look forward to all year could create a situation where you wind up in legal trouble. Many of the...

Summertime is often the season where more police departments set up DUI checkpoints, especially on weekends and holidays when people are more likely to be enjoying an evening out. However, if you see a DUI checkpoint up ahead, are you allowed to avoid it? And how are...

Being charged with driving under the influence in Pennsylvania can have very serious consequences. Depending on the circumstances, DUIs may lock you out of certain jobs, increase your auto insurance rates, drain your pockets with large fines, and even land you in...

Did you enjoy time with family and friends during the holiday season? Did you partake in alcohol during these festive occasions? Did you take a chance and drive afterwards even though you felt you may be close to the legal limit? If so, consider yourself very lucky if...

Punishments for a DUI conviction in Pennsylvania may include a suspension of your license. Not only does a suspended license affect your ability to drive to pick up your children and get groceries, it also hinders your ability to get to work. Without driving...

A drunk driving charge is a potentially life-threatening matter that can result in significant fines, a suspension of your driver’s license and even jail time. The most important question you should be asking yourself after an arrest is "what happens next?" This may...

A first-time DUI arrest may be a surprise, especially if you never drink and drive. However, mistakes happen, and you need to act quickly to avoid severe consequences. Fortunately, the state of Pennsylvania recognizes that first-time offenders can easily correct their...