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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...
Potential penalties for multiple DUI offenses in Pennsylvania
After having a few drinks with friends five years ago, you decided to drive home. You committed a minor traffic violation, and an officer pulled you over. The officer charged you with a DUI, and you faced serious penalties. Unfortunately, after you attended a wedding last weekend, although you felt...
How to get a restricted license after DUI charges
One of the penalties defendants may face for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in Pennsylvania is license suspension. Depending on the number of offenses you have had, your suspension may last between 12 and 18 months. However, defendants may be able to apply for a restricted license to use until...
Pennsylvania lawmakers reviewing firearms laws
In the wake of the recent tragic Florida school shooting that left 17 dead, Pennsylvania lawmakers are reviewing a series of gun-bills designed to improve public safety in our state. In the past several weeks, both the House and Senate have considered bills intended to improve background checks and keep...
DUI-related laws get attention from Pennsylvania lawmakers
Driving under the influence (DUI) laws continue to evolve in Pennsylvania, a trio of them – two currently in place and the third still in discussion among lawmakers – have been gaining attention the past several months. First, let’s provide a primer on DUI laws. In Pennsylvania, any vehicle driver...