Understanding Field Sobriety Tests In Pennsylvania when a motorist is pulled over, the cop will walk up to the car and investigate what is going on. If that officer smells alcohol or other indications of intoxication, he will start the time-tested process of making the motorist get out of his or her car and ask them […]
ARD: Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition “ARD” is an acronym for Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition and it is a diversionary program for mostly those that have been charged with DUI but also may be used for those charged with other crimes as well. Here’s how it works: After the defendant’s preliminary hearing the defendant will fill out an application […]
When I talk to people about PA’s “drunk driving” statute, and especially when I field calls in my office, I frequently hear the statute referred to by different names. Some will call it DWI, which stands for “driving while intoxicated”. I would suspect that this is so because the law of drunk driving is actually […]
Anybody who has had the experience of having the ignition interlock placed on their vehicle after their DUI suspension is over will tell you that it is a massive pain in the ass. They will tell you that the penalty AFTER a suspension is overkill and onerous. Others complain about the cost of having […]
DUIs in Pennslyvania: Where to Start? If you have been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) or driving after imbibing (DAI), it is essential that you contact an experienced Pennsylvania DUI attorney to thoroughly go over your case with you. Each case is different, and your defense should be as well! For many people, […]