Long holiday weekends – such as Memorial Day Weekend, Labor Day Weekend, and even Thanksgiving – consists of road trips, gatherings with loved ones, and other fun events. Additionally, alcohol consumption is often a part of these festivities. However, the increase in...
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How the Police Spots Drunk Drivers
For the police to pull someone over for a DUI, they must have “reasonable suspicion” that the driver is intoxicated. To establish reasonable suspicion, the driver must either commit a traffic violation (e.g. speeding, running a red light or stop sign, or driving...
Drugged Driving in Pennsylvania
Not only do Pennsylvania’s DUI laws apply to drunk driving, but they also prohibit individuals from operating or being in physical control of a vehicle while under the influence of drugs (DUID). If your faculties are impaired by drug intoxication or your blood...
Can I Get My DUI Charge Reduced in Pennsylvania?
A DUI offense is a misdemeanor in Pennsylvania. A conviction for a first-time offense results in a maximum fine of $300 (not including court costs), drug and alcohol treatment, as well as a jail or probation term of up to six months. Additionally, having a DUI...
Aggravated DUI in Pennsylvania
If you have been arrested for drunk driving and your blood alcohol content (BAC) is at least. 08 percent, a conviction for a first offense may result in probation for up to six months, a maximum $300 fine, and alcohol safety school and substance abuse treatment....
What Is an Ignition Interlock Device & Do I Have to Get One?
If you’re convicted of a DUI in Pennsylvania, you’ll face a number of different potential consequences, including having your driver’s license suspended, facing heavy fines and fees, and much more. However, thanks to Pennsylvania’s fairly recent Ignition Interlock Law...
A Brief Explanation of Pennsylvania’s Underage DUI Laws
For many teenagers and young adults, the idea of alcohol is so enticing that they simply can’t wait until they reach the age of 21 to start partaking. However, this unfortunately causes many of them to get behind the wheel while intoxicated, and sadly leads to a...
Will Sleeping in My Car Result in a DUI Arrest in PA?
When you hear the bartender announcing the last call for drinks, you realize it’s about that time to head back home. However, you’re too drunk to drive. You don’t want to take an Uber to avoid leaving your car near the bar and possibly get towed. So, instead of...
New DUI Law Cracks Down on Repeat Offenders
Before 2016, Pennsylvania was known for its strict and confusing liquor laws. Residents of the Keystone State likely remember when stocking up for a party was essentially a video game quest of bouncing between distributors, bars, and state-run Fine Wine & Good...
Beware the Trap of Blackout Wednesday
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and for many people that means making travel plans, preparing a menu, and getting ready to spend the holiday with family (as well as possibly gearing up for the following day’s shopping frenzy.) However, what if we told you that...