DUI

Officers will sometimes set up sobriety, or DUI, checkpoints at various points on the highway. The intent of this checkpoint is to allow officers to catch potential intoxicated drivers and get them off of the road. However, some drivers may want to avoid these...

When you get pulled over on suspicion of driving under the influence, you need to understand your legal rights. In Pennsylvania, the legal limit for blood alcohol content is .08, with increasing penalties for higher BAC results. You might wonder if you can refuse a...

Finding out that you need an ignition interlock device to legally operate your vehicle may cause you frustration. At first, you may view it as an inconvenience, an expense and an invasion of your privacy. However, having one installed in your vehicle is actually an...

In Pennsylvania, the penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) are steep, even for a first offender, and a conviction can sideline your plans for the future. The ARD program is an option the court may approve as long as you meet the requirements. What...

Getting convicted of a DUI can impact your life in numerous ways. Everything from your insurance rates to your finances can suffer, and you may even face repercussions in job and house hunting. On top of that, if you are a college student, you could face potential...

One commonly asked question involving DUI tests resurfaces over the years. Drivers wonder if they must submit to a DUI test if an officer requests one during a routine traffic stop in which they have reason to suspect DUI. While you may have heard that you can refuse...

In most situations, a DUI arrest results in misdemeanor charges. However, if certain aggravating factors existed at the time of your arrest, you may face felony charges, which can result in far more severe consequences. When you face criminal charges of any kind, it...

Pennsylvania has varying levels for DUI charges. The main factor determining which level at which the prosecutor will charge is your blood alcohol level at the time of your arrest. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation explains the highest level is a BAC of...

A DUI on your record has serious consequences, so your best strategy is to avoid getting behind the wheel while under the influence. Most people know this, yet they find themselves in challenging circumstances. A look at situations to avoid could help you avoid a...

Officers have many tools they can use when determining whether or not a driver has hit the road under the influence. One of the first you will likely deal with is field sobriety tests. There are two types: standardized and non-standardized. But what sets the two...