Attorney Offices by Municipality
- Abington
- Theodore Swan:
Drunk Driving Ð sometimes referred to as driving under the influence of
drugs or alcohol (DUI), driving after imbibing (DAI), driving while
intoxicated (DWI), and operating under the influence (OUI), and also
includes underage drinking and driving.
- Allentown
- Altoona
- Johnstone, Bruce:
DUI: If you've been charged with a DUI, you need a lawyer now. Driving under the influence is a serious offense in Pennsylvania.
- Ambridge
- Bowers, Ross & Fawcett:
The consequences of driving under the influence (DUI) in Pennsylvania have been increasing in severity for decades. Enforcement and prosecution are intense today, and facing even a first DUI offense without an experienced defense lawyer involves serious risk.
- Andmore
- Scott Pollins:
Being convicted of drunk driving - driving under the influence of
alcohol (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) - can be extremely
costly. Under certain circumstances, it can cost you your freedom. A
DUI conviction will certainly cost you money, in fines and, in most
cases, higher insurance premiums. You may also have your driver's
license suspended for a drunk driving conviction.
- Bellefonte
- Bensalem
- Bethlehem
- Carmen
Marinelli: DUI is shorthand for Driving Under the Influence. A person
is guilty of DUI if he or she drives or is in actual physical control
of a motor vehicle and is under the influence of alcoholic beverages or
any chemical or controlled substance to the extent that his or her
mental faculties are impaired or when his or her blood alcohol level
(BAC) is above the legal limit for the state.
- Blue Bell
- Edwin Guyer: Mandatory Sentences
- Bristol
- Williford, Donald:
One of the most common consequences of a DUI is the loss or suspension of your driver's license. In addition ...possible repercussions, including:
* House arrest
* Suspension or revocation of license
* Limitation of life activities
* Fines
* Incarceration
- Brodheadsville
- Bradley Warren Weidenbaum:
• Drunk Driving/DUI/DWI. A DUI - DWI conviction in Pennsylvania carries
with it heavy penalties, including: a permanent criminal record;
suspension or loss of license; increased insurance rates; community
service; possible jail or prison time; alcohol assessment and
treatment; probation; vehicle immobilization or forfeiture; serious
fines; possible job loss. If you have been arrested or accused of drunk
driving, DUI, DWI, vehicular homicide, or any other alcohol-related
criminal offense, you are probably frightened, confused, and concerned
about your future and that of your family. The selection of an
experienced attorney is the first step towards regaining control of
your life.
- Broomall
- Antoine, Jason:
DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Controlled Substances. In Pennsylvania you can be charged criminally for driving your vehicle while drinking alcohol, taking drugs or a combination of both.
Reasonable Suspicion: The United States and Pennsylvania Constitutions protect you against unreasonable searches and seizures. Therefore, a police officer must have reasonable suspicion that you are committing a crime to stop your vehicle or ask you to submit to DUI testing. If the officer has no reasonable suspicion that you are driving under the influence or committing another crime, in theory, he or she must let you go. However, officers are trained to look for clues that you were driving under the influence. If you are pulled over, the following are typical clues officers look for and will use against you in court to justify their investigation: a swerving vehicle, crossing the fog line or center line, erratic driving, slow response to traffic signals, turning with a wide radius, odor of alcohol coming from the vehicle, empty beer bottles, fumbling with your wallet when trying to get license, flushed face, and glassy eyes, or slurred speech.
Field Sobriety Tests: If a police officer suspects that you are driving under the influence he may ask you to step out of the vehicle to perform field sobriety tests. Field Sobriety Tests are the balancing tests we commonly see performed on the side of the road or on TV shows such as Cops. The standard tests performed are the walk and turn, the one-legged stand, the Horizontal-Nystagmus and the fingertip to nose. The purpose of these tests is for the officer to determine if you are intoxicated and whether he needs to give you a breath or blood test to determine your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC). Also, if you refuse the breath or blood test, the officer can still convict you using the results of the field sobriety tests.
BAC Testing: A police officer may ask you to submit to a blood test or breath test to determine your BAC. Blood alcohol content testing measures the amount of alcohol in your body. In Pennsylvania, any BAC reading over a .08% is over the legal limit. Please remember, that you may refuse the BAC tests but you will lose your license for a year.
Should I refuse to perform the tests?
As a former DUI prosecutor this is the question I get asked the most. You must weigh the consequences of your refusal of the BAC test (one year license suspension) against the consequences of your likely DUI sentence. See the sentencing chart below for more guidance.
However, the decision to refuse the BAC test is very case specific and can be a complicated decision. It depends upon the facts of your case. The following are some relevant questions to ask yourself: are you ARD eligible? how many DUIÕs have you had in the past ten years? what will be your sentence if convicted? are you actually over the legal limit? if you refuse the test can the police officer still prove the case against you? Was someone injured?
If you do decide to refuse testing, make sure you refuse all tests including the field sobriety tests. If you have prior DUIÕs please call Jason R. Antoine, Criminal Lawyer at 610.299.0295 for guidance.
ARD:
ARD stands for Accelerative Rehabilitative Disposition Program. You may be eligible for this program if this is your first DUI within ten years. The program allows a defendant to have the charges brought against him dismissed after he completes the program. The program typically includes probation, a number of hours of community service, license suspension, and court costs and fines. Although you may be statutorily eligible (eligible by law), ultimate admission into the program is discretionary with your local District AttorneyÕs Office. Call Jason R. Antoine for further assistance.
Eligibility for the ARD Program: You are NOT eligible for the ARD program per 75 Pa.C.S.A. ¤3807(a) if any of the following apply: you have been found guilty of DUI or placed on ARD for a DUI within ten years of the date of the current offense; an accident occurred in connection with this offense and another individual was killed or suffered serious bodily injury or there was a passenger under 14 years of age in the motor vehicle the defendant was operating.
DUI Sentencing Provisions:
DUI Sentencing Provisions- 75 P.a. C.S.A. ¤3804
1st
2nd
3rd
4th and subs.
-.08 to .099
-Incapable of Safe Driving
M
No Mand.
No Susp.
$300
M
5 days
12 months
$300 to
$2500
M2
10 days
12 months
$500 to
$5000
Same as 3rd
-.10 to .159
Crash/Injuries
-Minors( >=.02)
-CDL(>=.04)
-and school bus(>=.02)
M
48 hours
12 months
$500 to
$5000
M
30 days
12 months
$750 to
$5000
M1
90 days
18 months
$1500 to
$10,000
M1
1 year
18 months
$1500 to $10,000
-.16 and higher
-Controlled Substances
-Refusals
M
72 hours
12 months
$1000 to
$5000
M1
90 days
18 months
$1500
Min.
M1
1 year
18 month
$2500 min.
Same as 3rd
For DUI table each block represents:
Grading
Mandatory Minimum Sentence
Mandatory License Suspension
Range of fines
DUI ungraded Misdemeanors carry a 6 month maximum sentence.
Mandatory maximum may apply Ð see 75 Pa. C.S. ¤3804(d)
- Butler
- Richard Goldinger:
Traffic violations can have serious criminal consequences, particularly
when a driver is accused of driving under the influence. A
conviction on a DUI charge will result in fines and possibly land you
in jail. In addition, your insurance company may increase your
rates to an unmanageable level. In defending against driving
under the influence charge, you have many rights as a criminal
defendant, including the right to cross-examine all of the witnesses
against you, even if they are police officers. An experienced
attorney can make all the difference in such a difficult case.
- Camp Hill
- Carlisle
- Bayley & Mangen:
If you have a truck driver's license, or other type of commercial license, a DUI conviction can do more than add points to your record. It can rob you of your livelihood as well. Pennsylvania imposes lengthy suspensions, and may even revoke your CDL for life.
- Rominger & Bailey:
The presence of an experienced attorney makes all the difference. Many
cases can be dismissed or otherwise disposed of because the police
lacked probable cause for the arrest, the evidence was obtained
unconstitutionally, or simply because you are not guilty.
- Cheswick
- Cassady, Gerald:
The ÒweaknessesÓ for the prosecution are the strengths of a defense.
- Clearfield
- Collins, Ronald:
If you have been arrested or are under investigation for an alleged criminal act, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side.
- Colmar
- Michelle Winter:
Drunk Driving Defense: A DUI charge must be taken seriously. A
conviction may result in loss of driving privileges, heavy fines, and
jail time.
- Dillsburg
- Marzzacco,Colgen:
Did the arresting officer properly read you your rights before you made any statements? Was the field sobriety test correctly administered? Were the results of the breathalyzer reliable?
In addition to the criminal charges involved in a DUI, you will also face an administrative hearing regarding the suspension of your drivers license.
- Wiley Group:
Drunken driving (DUI) is a serious charge. You can lose your driving
privileges, be put in jail, be fined thousands of dollars, and your
insurance rates may skyrocket. We take DUI charges very seriously Ð so
should you.
- Downington
- Rosato Law Office:
You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.
- Doylestown
- Drexle Hill
- Stapleton
& Colden: By statute, any person who drives, operates or is in
actual physical control of the movement of a motor vehicle in this
state is deemed to have given consent to one or more chemical tests of
breath, blood or urine for the purpose of determining the alcoholic
content of blood or the presence of a controlled substance. If certain
conditions exist, and you refuse to submit to chemical testing, the
Department of Transportation will suspend your operating privileges for
a period of 12 months.
- Duncansville
- Arthur Cohen:
You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation
- Easton
- Edenhelm
- Edinboro
- Grant Travis: A D.U.I. conviction can cost a person their job, money, driver's license, and even their freedom!
- Erie
- Exton
- Feasterville
- Glensville
- Michael F. Dunn:
Life can change overnight when you've been arrested for DUI. Many have escaped arrest merely by not being in the wrong place at the wrong time. For those who are arrested, punishment can be severe. If your case is not defensible or dismissible, you hope for as little punishment as possible concerning fines, jail time, convictions on your criminal record, and license suspensions.
- Greensburg
- Harleysville
- Erik Petersen:
Maybe you were arrested for a DUI last night. Perhaps you were arrested several weeks ago and just received a summons from the court stating that you have been charged with a DUI. Or, maybe you already had your first court appearance known as a Preliminary Hearing. Whatever your circumstances, if you face DUI (also known as DAIÊor DWI), you need to see a lawyer right away.
- Harrisburg
- Hatboro
- Havertown
- Emhof, Richard:
- Emhof, Richard:
Many people accused of DUI in Pennsylvania have never been in trouble with the law before. Being caught up in the criminal justice system can be a frightening and confusing experience. And the consequences can be severe: jail time, loss of drivers license, and large fines can combine to turn one's life upside-down.
In some cases, failure to act quickly after the arrest can result in irreparable harm to your interests. It is crucial that anyone accused of DUI seek the advice of a knowledgeable Pennsylvania DUI lawyer as soon as possible after the arrest.
- Holland
- Katzenstein, Robert:
If you have been arrested for drunk driving, you may be surprised at just how many DWI / DUI charges can be reduced or dismissed due to police infractions. Outcomes may be won because of illegal Stop, Search & Seizure procedures, misconstrued information given to arrestees concerning their rights, and lack of informed consent regarding the administration of probative tests like the Field Sobriety Test (FST), the Breathalyzer, or the Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) examination.
- Hundington Valley
- Howland and Hess:
The new Pennsylvania Drunk Driving law carries more serious penalties
than the previous DUI law. Depending on your blood alcohol content and
previous offenses, if any, penalties vary from probation to jail time,
and from no driver's license suspension to very lengthy license
suspensions.
- Indiana
- Robert Muir:
Did you know that if you have ever been charged with a crime, even if you were not convicted, that charge stays on your criminal record? In addition to criminalÊdefense work, I assist clients seeking to have their criminal records cleared through expungement.
- Jenkintown
- Johnstown
- Michael
Filia: Your attorney should be more than somebody who just presents
your case in court. Your attorney should be your advocate. He should be
dedicated to protecting youyour rights, your freedom, and your assets.
- Kennett Square
- Donze & Donze:
Whether you have been charged with a criminal offense such as drunk driving or simple possession of an illicit drug, the consequences of a conviction can be long-lasting and severe. Besides incarceration and steep fines, a criminal record can limit future employment and access to financial aid for higher education, among other penalties.
- Kingston
- Kittanning
- Richard
Ames: The first step in the lengthy legal process you are about to
enter will be the scheduling of a Preliminary Hearing at the district
justice level. Talk to any judge and he will tell you that the legal
purpose of this hearing is to allow the district justice to make a
determination as to whether the police have enough evidence to hold
your case for trial. Don't hold your breath though. Courts rarely turns
down a police officer's case. Often a lawyer will simply advise you to
waive your preliminary hearing. Sometimes he'll use the hearing to try
to find out exactly what the police know and what they don't know about
your case. Talk to your attorney about it.
- Lahaska
- Brian
Koch: Many criminal cases can be resolved through negotiations between
a seasoned criminal lawyer and a reasonable prosecutor. But not all
cases can or should be resolved in that manner. Experience in pre-trial
motion practice, suppression hearings and jury trials are important to
the effective defense of a person charged with having committed a crime.
- Lancaster
- Langhome
- Langhorne
- Lansdale
- Leechburg
- Pascal, Charles:
There are many ways to successfully defend against a DUI charge. Don't just assume that there's no hope of beating a DUI charge. An experienced DUI attorney will be able to evaluate your case to determine if you have a valid defense.
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- Lemoyne
- Ligonier
- Corey Riddell:
A mandatory sentence of two days in jail is required for a first
conviction. A mandatory minimum sentence of 30 days in jail is required
if the defendant has once been convicted or given ARD for DUI during
the previous seven years.
- Lower Burrell
- Dennis
Shean: Perhaps you or a family member are accused of committing
a serious crime, or are charged with DUI or a traffic offense.
- Mahanoy City
- Jeffrey
Markosky: In addition to the possible incarceration, probation, or
fines, there can be other consequences attached to the conviction of a
crime. For example, if you are convicted of a motor vehicle related
offense, your insurance company may raise your premium to a very high
rate. This rate increase will stay with you for years, particularly if
you are convicted of an alcohol related driving offense, such as DUI
(driving under the influence of alcohol) or DWI (driving while
intoxicated).
- Media
- Meadville
- Rowden
Law Office: If you are stopped because the officer thinks you are
operating your vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs
(D.U.I.), the officer may ask you to submit to a test of you blood to
determine you blood alcohol concentration. YOU MAY ALWAYS REFUSE TO
SUBMIT TO A BLOOD TEST. IF YOU DO, THE OFFICER MAY REQUEST PENNDOT
SUSPEND YOUR LICENSE FOR ONE YEAR. THE PENALTY FOR REFUSAL IS MUCH LESS
THAN THE PENALTIES TO D.U.I. THE OFFICER MUST HAVE PROBABLE CAUSE TO
ARREST YOU FOR D.U.I. BEFORE REQUESTING THE BLOOD TEST FOR THE
SUSPENSION TO HOLD UP. YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO APPEAL THAT AND ANY OTHER
PENNDOT SUSPENSION TO THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS.
- Millersburg
- Montgomeryville
- Monroeville
- Suher Law Office:
represents people charged with all crimes from the time of arrest through final disposition
- Morrisville
- Janel, Steven:
Were you arrested for DUI? Did you receive a ticket for a traffic violation?
- Mount Lebanon
- Louis Emmi:
Are you facing the loss of your driver's license, in PA due to DUI, traffic tickets, or underage drinking?You may face an uncertain future because of a criminal charge. The charge against you is a hard cold fact. You can't wish it away. Now you need a rock solid, experienced defense attorney to work hard for the best possible outcome for you and your family.
- Munhal
- Pelger, William:
Drunk driving offenses can carry severe penalties. If you want to avoid jail, losing your driver's license or other freedoms, working with an experienced DUI/DWI attorney is critical.
- New Kensington
- Newtown
- Kardos, Rickles, Bidlingmaier & Bidlingmaier:
If you are arrested and charges with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) you need an attorneyÕs help. The penalties for DUI and DWI are severe and each county treats these violations differently.
- Jerrold Kamensky:
If you are charged with Driving Under the Influence, it is strongly
suggested that you receive proper legal representation from a lawyer.
- Norristown
- Owing Wells
- Michael A. Freedman: see Maryland
- Paoli
- William McLaughlin:
Criminal cases can sometimes be handled on a flat fee basis. This is
especially common for driving under the influence cases, where the fee
(as opposed to court costs) for a first time offender can be as low as
$750 for representation at a preliminary hearing and attending the
hearing to enter the client into the ARD (Accelerated rehabilitative
disposition) program. Preliminary hearings are often charged on a flat
fee basis that typically range from $350 to $550.
- Pennsdale
- McNerney, Page, Vanderlin & Hall:
Everyone charged with a crime in Pennsylvania is entitled to
representation as guaranteed by the Constitution. Our firm provides
experienced, aggressive counsel and assistance for vehicle violations,
summary offenses, driving under the influence, white collar crime, and
other felony charges in Federal, State, Trial and Appellate Courts.
- Philadelphia
- Pittsburgh
- Pittsburgh
- Pittsburgh
- Pittsburgh
- Pittsburgh
- Pittsburgh
- Pottstown
- Pottsville
- Thomas Pellish:
You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.
- Radnor
- Reading
- Ridley Park
- Robinson Township
- Hinkle
& Associates: The DUI / DWI laws in the state of Pennsylvania have
changed. If you are a first time offender, there are many things an
attorney can do to assist you so that you do not end up with a
permanent criminal record. In addition, the new laws also involve a
probationary process that can be both confusing and have an impact on
your future. It is especially important, now more than ever, to have
expert legal representation in these cases.
- Scranton
- Somerset
- Fike, Cascio & Boose:
If you have been charged with drunk driving, received a traffic ticket on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, or charged with another crime, then you should hire (a) experienced criminal defense attorney ...
- State College
- Stroudsburg
- Springfield
- Christopher Adam Hemmel: DUI Scenarios
- Uniontown
- Elias Law Office:
A DUI charge does not have to result in a conviction. There are many legal issues that may be raised by an experienced our firm in order to beat the DUI charges. Every DUI case is unique and must be evaluated on its own facts.
- Zebley, Mehalov & White:
Being arrested and charged with a crime is a nerve-racking experience, whether it is a misdemeanor, felony, or related to driving under the influence (DUI / DWI).
- Unknown
- Upper Darby
- Warren
- Hernan, Richard:
Who among us has never made a serious mistake? All of us, including witnesses, police officers, lawyers and even judges have made serious mistakes and errors of judgment.
- Robert Greene:
DUI / DAI (Driving After Imbibing) in Pennsylvania One of the most
important decisions you face right now is choosing an experienced,
aggressive trial attorney capable of achieving the best possible
results for your case. Don't kid yourself, DUI is a serious crime and
you need an experienced attorney to see your way through it.
- Washington
- Keranko & Jeffries:
A person charged with a serious criminal charge should not delay choosing a criminal defense lawyer. Some steps must be taken immediately to protect your rights and prepare for your defense.
- Julian Law Firm:
In most litigation, the defendant, perhaps with the assistance of counsel, may allege or present defenses in order to avoid liability.Ê A defendant will often contest the accuracy of the allegations made against him or her in a criminal indictment or in a civil complaint. A defense, by contrast, does not depend on refuting such allegations but introduces new matter, arguing that, even if the allegations against the defendant are true, the defendant is entitled to prevail for some other reason.
- Waynesboro
- Waynesburg
- Harry Cancelmi:
For most people, the criminal charge of DUI/DWI/DAI ("Driving After Imbibing") raises instant concern over the effect a guilty verdict could have on driving privileges, employment opportunities, and family relationships. But even if you are charged, you still have rights - the right to remain silent, the right to an administrative hearing, and the right to an attorney. So if you or a loved one is arrested for DUI, you deserve a lawyer who can answer all your questions, examine every aspect of your arrest and testing, and who will seek to minimize the penalties.
- West Chester
- Wexford
- Michael Sherman: You face stiff penalties including jail and license suspension.
- Wilkes-Barre/Scranton
- Brad
Kurlancheek: Just because a Blood or Breath Test being run and
controlled by the government produces a number greater than .10 or .08,
that does not mean you are necessarily guilty of DUI. Machines can and
do mistakes. So can the technicians that run them. The police make
mistakes. They often stop drivers without reasonable suspicion. They
arrest drivers for DUI without probable cause. They make procedural
mistakes which would, if the case were tried, instead of plead, render
the arrested driver an Acquittal. The crime is "impairment while
driving," not "drinking while driving." Do not be persuaded to plead
guilty to something you didn't do, simply because your attorney lacks
the technical knowledge on how to fight and win your DUI case, when it
should be fought and won. I will provide you a thorough no-cost
evaluation of your case. We don't believe in pleading guilty for our
clients; nor do we accept ARD. We fight for you, to the very fullest
extent of the law, to gain an acqu ittal of your DUI charge.
- Williamsport
- Worcester
- York
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