DUI charges can be scary. For example, many people worry about losing their license and job. However, Pennsylvania offers the Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition program. It can be a pathway toward rehabilitation. Strict criteria The ARD program is for first-time...
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Consequences of underage DUI conviction in Pennsylvania
Driving under the influence is a serious offense in Pennsylvania, especially for minors. Conviction for DUI carries severe consequences with additional penalties before age 21. Understanding the legal consequences can help you navigate the next steps when you or a...
How do injuries or fatalities impact Pennsylvania DUI penalties?
In Pennsylvania, driving under the influence carries serious consequences. This is especially true when it results in injuries or fatalities. The state's laws impose harsh penalties to deter impaired driving and hold offenders accountable for their actions....
Can Pennsylvania employers refuse to hire you after a DUI?
Securing employment after a DUI conviction in Pennsylvania can be a complex journey. Prospective employers may weigh various factors when making hiring decisions. After a DUI, it is important to understand the dynamics at play and how a DUI might impact your chances...
The punishments for DUI in Pennsylvania
Driving under the influence in Pennsylvania is a serious offense with severe consequences. The state has strict laws and penalties in place to deter individuals from operating a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs. Individuals must understand and adhere to the...
High blood alcohol concentrations lead to harsher DUI punishments
In Pennsylvania, officers can charge drivers with driving under the influence (DUI) if they consumed enough alcohol to impair their ability to drive safely. By law, this usually means the driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC) level is at least .08%, but the state can...
Tampering with an ignition interlock device can get you into more trouble
If you receive a charge for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs in Pennsylvania, you can expect to face several penalties, including fines and jail time. And depending on how high your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels are, the court could...
DUI with a minor passenger – what penalties do I get?
Motor vehicle accidents resulting from drunk driving are dangerous for anyone involved. Collisions can result in traumatic injuries and death in the most severe instances. If motor vehicle accident injuries are painful and terrifying enough for adults, they’re even...
The hidden dangers of ignition interlocks
To curb drunk driving offenses, authorities across America have turned to ignition interlock devices. And why wouldn’t they when data suggests that their use has led to reduced DUI offenses? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, ignition...
Can a DUI be removed from your record?
A Drunk driving charge will appear on your record and follow you around for years. Additionally, driving under the influence can make finding or keeping employment difficult. Anytime you apply for work, the company will likely conduct a background check on you,...