Year: 2019
Drinking and driving falsehoods lead to loaded lore
Police officers arrested you for drinking and driving. You’ve heard plenty of stories about your rights and rules in these situations, but knowing fact from fiction could change how you approach your case. Pennsylvania state troopers arrest tens of thousands of people suspected of driving under the influence (DUI) every...
When to watch out for police during the fall holidays
Police in Pennsylvania are on high alert during the major holidays throughout the year. Since DUI related injuries and fatalities drastically increase around these times, more of them start showing up on the streets as families and friends start throwing parties in the neighborhood. Something that many residents fail to...
Unexpected consequences of a DUI for college students
If you’re a college student, it’s likely you’ve experienced the pressure to go out on the weekends and maybe have a few drinks. College can be a stressful time, and there’s nothing wrong with having a little fun. Unfortunately, it’s very possible to have too much fun and make a...
Ignition interlock devices make a DUI even more costly
How would you feel about having to take a breathalyzer test each time you started your vehicle? That’s the reality for repeat DUI offenders. If the ignition interlock system detects alcohol, your vehicle won’t start. It may ask you to retest while the vehicle is running to ensure that you...
Why silence can be golden when facing arrest
It doesn’t matter if you know you’re innocent. When you are facing an arrest, law enforcement can use whatever you say against you. When you’re facing a potential arrest, the best thing to do is remain quiet. Trying to talk yourself out of it can create more severe consequences. Putting...