Posts Tagged ‘Charged with DUI’
Can My Erie Field Sobriety Test Results be Challenged?
If you have been pulled over for another infraction or if you have been stopped at a sobriety checkpoint and the officer believes that you may be driving under the influence of alcohol, he or she may issue a field sobriety test. Although the field sobriety test can provide some indication that you may be…
Read MoreIf I Suspect That I Am Under The Legal BAC Limit In Pennsylvania, Can I Drive Without Fear Of Being Arrested?
In any situation where you believe that you may be under the influence of alcohol, it is better to call a cab or ask a friend to give you a ride in order to be safe. In the state of Pennsylvania, a blood alcohol content level under 0.08 could technically be considered a violation of…
Read MoreWhat is the Minimum Sentence Associated with a First Offense DUI in Erie?
An individual who has been arrested for driving under the influence, or charged with DUI for the first time may be under the impression that this is not a serious offense. This is a mistake. A DUI conviction can be associated with penalties and consequences that continue to follow you for several years to come. First…
Read MoreCould a DUI Lead to Loss of Your Commercial Driver's License?
As a CDL license holder and truck operator, you could be subject to serious penalties if convicted of a DUI in Erie. There are tighter rules and strict penalties for those individuals who hold a CDL license who are convicted of a DUI while operating a commercial vehicle. We Know Pennsylvania DUI Laws And How…
Read MoreWhat To Do at a DUI Roadblock in Erie
When you are approaching a roadblock in Erie, Pennsylvania this New Year’s Eve, you need to understand your rights as well as your responsibilities. Upon initial contact coming on a roadblock, you do have the right to refuse any of the officer’s questions, but this may raise his or her concerns about whether you have…
Read MoreWhat You Need To Know About Underage DUIs in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, driving under the influence of alcohol carries harsh penalties on its own but these can become even more serious when you are charged with a DUI and happen to be under the age of 21. The legal penalties are increased, but it can also influence your future employment opportunities and your car insurance rates.…
Read MoreFacing DUI Charges after Cinco de Mayo? Talk To A Lawyer
…there is usually a rise in DUI arrests at about the same time as local law enforcement officials crack down on drunk drivers using DUI checkpoints. If you are now facing DUI charges, it would be smart for you to speak with a PA DUI Lawyer about your legal rights as soon as possible…
Read MoreSix Ways To Hurt Your PA DUI Defense Case
After being arrested for DUI in PA, or facing DUI charges, what you do now can greatly impact how your case is resolved later. Your innocence is not all that you need to prove, you also have an obligation to prove your credibility to the courts. Here are some of the DON’T DOs for you…
Read MoreCharged With DUI? Talk To A Lawyer
Fees vary from state to state, and penalties can be based upon circumstances such as blood alcohol content (BAC) or the number of offenses. If you are a facing your second DUI or more, your DUI Lawyer could provide you with substantial savings that more than make up for their legal fees.
Read MoreMeadville Driver Facing DUI Charges After Car Accident
DUI Charges Filed in Meadville Car Accident Police responded to a single car accident around 2:00 am Saturday morning in the Conneaut Lake area, near Meadville, PA. They found a car off the roadway, resting on it’s roof. Police say the driver failed to navigate a turn, contacted the snowbank, and consequently flipped the car,…
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