Posts Tagged ‘DUI attorney in Erie’
What to Do After a DUI Arrest in Pennsylvania
A DUI arrest in Pennsylvania can be frightening and overwhelming. In a matter of minutes, you may be facing criminal charges, a possible license suspension, and serious consequences that can affect your job, finances, and future. What you do next matters more than many people realize. If you were arrested for DUI in Erie, Crawford,…
Read MoreHow a DUI Defense Lawyer Can Reduce or Prevent Penalties in Pennsylvania
Being charged with a DUI in Pennsylvania can be overwhelming. The potential consequences—license suspension, fines, increased insurance rates, and even jail time—can affect your ability to work, support your family, and move forward. What many drivers don’t realize is how much a skilled DUI defense lawyer can do to reduce or even prevent these penalties.…
Read MoreHow DUI Checkpoints Improve Holiday Safety in Northwestern Pennsylvania
During the holiday season, Northwestern Pennsylvania sees an increase in travel, family gatherings, and celebrations — and unfortunately, a corresponding rise in impaired driving incidents. DUI checkpoints, also known as sobriety checkpoints, are one of the tools law enforcement uses to keep roads safer during these high-risk periods. These checkpoints are not random stops. They…
Read MoreHoliday DUI Crackdowns in Northwestern PA: What Drivers Should Know
The holiday season is a time for celebration, but it’s also one of the most dangerous times on Pennsylvania roads. Law enforcement agencies in Erie, Crawford, Mercer, Venango, and Warren counties step up DUI enforcement during the holidays to reduce accidents and fatalities. For drivers, understanding the heightened risks, legal consequences, and your rights is…
Read MoreAre You Planning Your Halloween Party? — Pennsylvania Law Enforcement Agencies Are Preparing for a Halloween DUI!
Halloween is not just for kids. Millions of adults throughout the United States, including areas throughout Erie and Pennsylvania, will plan Halloween parties this year. Unfortunately, Halloween is one of the top nights for DUI arrests and DUI accidents. Law enforcement agencies throughout Pennsylvania are preparing for enhanced law enforcement strategies for Halloween. As you…
Read MoreWhy Do I Need a DUI Defense Attorney in Northwestern Pennsylvania?
Are you wondering if it is worth hiring a DUI defense attorney to help you with a drunk driving charge? Many people assume they can successfully handle a DUI charge themselves, especially if it is their first DUI offense. Why do they need to bother paying an attorney for something they can do themselves? If…
Read MoreAre You Aware of the New DUI Penalties for Pennsylvania DUI Convictions?
Pennsylvania lawmakers adopted new DUI laws that increase the penalties for some DUI offenses throughout the state. Senate Bill 961 was passed by both chambers of the state legislature and was signed into law by Governor Wolf last year. The new laws increasing DUI penalties went into effect on December 23, 2018. If you are…
Read MoreBoating DUI in Pennsylvania
With Memorial Day right around the corner, the unofficial beginning of summer will mean more people out on the lakes and waterways enjoying the weather in boats. Unfortunately, many boaters will mix alcohol and boating. For those who are caught drinking and boating, they face serious penalties under Pennsylvania’s boating under the influence laws.
Read MoreCan Pennsylvania Lower The Legal Limit For DUIs?
While nothing is currently pending before Pennsylvania lawmakers, they may be watching Utah’s lawmakers very closely. In fact, many states may be watching Utah very closely right now. Utah is set to become one of the toughest states on DUIs with a new law that lawmakers passed last week. According to the Associated Press, Utah…
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