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1. Williams, Marshall: DUI Drug cases Weapon offenses Hate crimes Juvenile cases Prostitution Resisting arrest Terroristic threats Probation violations Megan Law Violations Hearings and arraignments Ð Including bail reduction hearings, preliminary hearings and arraignments Traffic violations
2. Maloumian, Richard: DUI / Drunk Driving Drug Possession Domestic Violence Simple Assault Theft Expungements
3. Zenstein, Gallant and Parlow: Just about anyone can be charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in Philadelphia, Bucks County and Montgomery County Pennsylvania because in recent years prosecutors and police have become more zealous in their efforts to catch and prosecute motorists for drunk driving. For many people, being stopped and arrested on a DUI/DWI charge can be a confusing experience. For many drivers, it is often their first involvement with the legal system. Many people assume there is no way to fight a DUI charge. This is not true. However, it is crucial that you select an experienced attorney to defend you.
4. O'Hannlon Law Firm: Bail Hearings / Bail Reductions Police Line Ups Preliminary Hearings DWI / DUI Serious Driving Charges Drugs Offenses Theft, Burglary, Robbery, Fraud, and Other Offenses Related to Property Weapons Offenses Violent Crimes / Assault Homicide Criminal Appeals
5. Russek, Tobi: Arson Assaults Burglary/Criminal Trespass Disorderly Conduct/Criminal Mischief DUIS Fraud/Forgery Gun Offenses Homicide Kidnapping Narcotics Possession/Possession with Intent to Deliver Thefts Sex Crimes Weapons Offenses
6. Freedman & Lorry: drug crimes assault crimes domestic violence sexual assault arson DUI offenses internet and fraud crimes homicide robbery burglary gun possession
7. Crosson Law Office: General Impairment penalties (Undetermined BAC, .08 to .099% BAC) Under the new DUI law minors, commercial drivers, school vehicle or bus drivers, and offenders involved in an accident that injures someone or causes property damage may be subject to the high BAC penalties even if their BAC is not in the high category. Offenders who refuse breath or chemical testing may be subject to the highest BAC penalties. The following charts show the penalties for each of the BAC categories: 1 First Offense * ungraded misdemeanor * up to 6 months probation * $300 fine * alcohol highway safety school * treatment when ordered 2 Second Offense * ungraded misdemeanor * 12 month license suspension * 5 days to 6 months jail time * $300 to $2,500 fine * alcohol highway safety school * treatment when ordered * 1 year ignition interlock 3 Third Offense * 2nd degree misdemeanor * 12 month license suspension * 10 days to 2 years prison * $500 to $5,000 fine * treatment when ordered * 1 year ignition interlock High BAC penalties (.10 to .159% BAC) The new law creates a higher set of penalties for those having higher BAC levels. It allows for treament at all levels, and requires alcohol highway safety school for all first and second time offenders. 1 First Offense * ungraded misdemeanor * 12 month license suspension * 48 hours to 6 months prison * $500 to $5,000 fine * alcohol highway safety school * treatment when ordered 2 Second Offense * ungraded misdemeanor * 12 month suspension * 30 days to 6 months prison * $750 to $5,000 fine * alcohol highway safety school * treatment when ordered * 1 year ignition interlock 3 Third Offense * 1st degree misdemeanor * 18 month license suspension * 90 days to 5 years prison * $1,500 to $10,000 fine * treatment when ordered * 1 year ignition interlock 4 Fourth Offense * 1st degree misdemeanor * 18 month license suspension * 1 to 5 years prison * $1,500 to $10,000 fine * treatment when ordered * 1 year ignition interlock
8. Leckerman Law: Basics of Blood Testing for a DWI / DUI If a sample for blood testing was extracted from an individual following a DUI / DWI arrest, errors in the collection, transportation and blood testing may have occurred. The following is a list of some of those collection, transportation, and blood testing errors: * The blood sample extraction site on the individual's arm was not properlyBlood Testing IMage sterilized. * The needle for blood sample extraction was improperly assembled. * The needle was improperly asserted for blood sample extraction. * The sample for blood testing was drawn from the wrong area of the body. * The tubes used for blood sample collection were expired. * The amount of blood extracted for blood testing was too little. * Preservative and anti-clotting chemicals in the blood sample collection tube were improperly mixed with the blood sample. * The blood sample collection tube had a faulty seal. * The blood sample was stored improperly prior to blood testing. * Medical personnel administered intravenous fluids and/or drugs prior to the extraction of the blood sample. * The laboratory technician failed to follow laboratory protocols for blood testing. * The laboratory failed to properly maintain the machine used for blood testing. * The laboratory failed to properly test the blood sample.
9. Cohen, Scott: Fighting a drunk driving charge is not easy and this is why it is crucial to have an attorney on your side. You must never go alone to defend yourself against a drunk driving charge.
10. Andris, Brian: # Motor Vehicle Accidents # Premises Liability (slip & fall) # Construction Site Accidents # Assault and Battery # Products Liability # Insurance and Bad Faith Claims # Family Law # Immigration # Landlord/Tenant # Employment # Contracts # Wills/Trusts/Estates # Juvenile Court # Criminal
11. Mitchell, Joe: What Can A Greater Philadelphia DUI Arrest And Conviction Cost You? * Loss of your driverÕs license Heavy fines. * Court costs and extensive administrative fees. * Probation. * Jail or State prison. * Vehicle impoundment or forfeiture. * An ignition interlock device put on your car. These are all consequences that can flow from a Greater Philadelphia DUI arrest and prosecution. Pennsylvania treats Driving Under the Influence of Driving While Imbibing (ÒDUIÓ or ÒDWIÓ) seriously. The Pennsylvania DUI laws are strict, the prosecutors and courts especially in Greater Philadelphia DUI courts often act without mercy or discretion, and the punishments are harsh. Aside from the more obvious legal consequences of dealing with the police, the courts, and Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (ÒPENNDOTÓ), there are practical consequences that often flow from a Greater Philadelphia DUI arrest or conviction. Since a Pennsylvania DUI arrest is a crime, and a Pennsylvania DUI conviction will give you a permanent ÒcriminalÓ record, you could lose your job or be prevented certain future employment Ð especially if it is State job, is law enforcement associated, or involves driving. If you are a commercial driver, you could lose your privilege to drive commercially for at least one year. A Greater Philadelphia DUI conviction can cause your insurance rates to skyrocket; and sometimes insurance companies will cancel your coverage altogether. There are other, ÒhiddenÓ DUI penalties, such as limitations on travel outside of the State or abroad. Community service and substance abuse treatment are other consequences a Greater Philadelphia DUI prosecution and conviction may bring. Protect yourself from unfair losses of your rights and privileges. Obtain guidance through the legal and practical ÒminefieldÓ that is a Greater Philadelphia DUI case. A Greater Philadelphia DUI Lawyer can help you to minimize the consequences of your DUI, or avoid them altogether. Ensure that youÕre making the most appropriate decisions before accepting any plea offers by taling to a Greater Philadelphia DUI Lawyer.
12. Greenberg, Mark: federal offenses, including federal drug charges firearms violations, and Òwhite collar crimesÓ
13. Traffic Ticket Center: Pennsylvania DUI Driving under the influence (DUI) is a criminal offense that will go on your criminal record. A court will not expunge your record if you are convicted of a DUI in Pennsylvania. Moreover, any previous DUI charge within the past 10 years will influence the severity of your criminal charge. Besides your prior record, your blood alcohol content (BAC) influences the penalties you face: * First tier: .08 to .099 * Second tier: .10 to .159 * Third tier: .16 and over * DUI breath test refusal In addition to the criminal penalties you will face if you are convicted of a DUI or refusal of breathalyzer, there also may be additional civil penalties imposed by PennDOT. If your case involves additional civil penalties imposed by PennDOT, such as an administrative license suspension, you may have to file a PennDOT appeal in addition to fighting the criminal conviction.
14. Barton & Phillips: Defense of DUI Charges In some cases, it is possible to successfully defend a DUI charge. If the police did not have probable cause to stop you and continue the investigation, it may be possible to overcome the charge. If the field sobriety testing procedures or breath test were not performed properly, you may be able to get that evidence dismissed. In addition, there may be other legal or biological issues that could be used to overcome the charge. The ARD Option First time DUI offenders may be eligible for Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD). This outcome avoids a conviction and permanent record, assuming you stay out of trouble in the future. Using this option, you may be able to avoid jail time and avoid a one-year license suspension. You may even be able to regain your driver's license in as little as thirty days.
15. McDermott, Linda: * Murder * Assault (simple or aggravated) * Burglary * Robbery * Drug charges (Possession with intent to distribute, possession of a controlled substance) * Sex crimes (rape, sexual assault) * Kidnapping * Carjacking * Juvenile matters * Domestic violence * Gun, firearm or weapons possession * DUI/DWI or drunk driving offenses
16. Kale, Jeffrey: Civil Litigation ¥ Commercial Litigation ¥ Criminal Litigation ¥ Personal Injury ¥ Traffic Violations ¥ DUI/DWI ¥ Wills & Estates ¥ Elder Law ¥ Labor Relations ¥ Corporate Consultations ¥ Real Estate ¥ Admiralty ¥ Immigration ¥ Collections ¥ Adoptions ¥ Professional Malpractice
17. Lights, Phillip: Pennsylvania DUI Law In Pennsylvania, the law states that anyone who drives a motor vehicle on a traffic-way or highway while under the influence of drugs or alcohol can be charged with driving under the influence (DUI). If a police officer suspects that an individual is driving under the influence, under reasonable grounds, they can stop the vehicle. The DUI law in Pennsylvania adheres to a three-tiered punishment system where each subsequent occurrence results in charges that bring with them increased penalties, including loss of license and up to five years in jail. Unknown to many residents is the fact that Pennsylvania is one of the few states that adheres to a "per se" law in regards of DUI charges. This means that if one is charged with a DUI and has any measurable level of drugs in their system, they are automatically punished in accordance with the highest blood alcohol level tier. In addition, if one refuses or declines to take a police-requested blood alcohol test, they are automatically considered to be in the highest blood alcohol level tier as well.
18. Oxenburg & Franzel: * Death Penalty Litigation * State and Federal Sentencing * Adoption of Federal Rules of Evidence in Pennsylvania * Criminal Law Practice and Procedure in Philadelphia and the Suburbs * Pennsylvania Drunk Driving Act
19. Silvers, Langsam & Weitzman: What to Do if Stopped for a DUI Pennsylvania DUI/DWI/DAI Information Do you know what to do if you are arrested or stopped for suspicion of DWI/DUI/DAI? This is a position that no one ever wants to be in. Unfortunately, people are human and can make poor decisions. Even if you only had one drink too many, you can face serious penalties, if convicted for drunk driving. Therefore, one of the most important things you can do after being arrested for drunk driving is to consult an experienced DUI lawyer. * Be careful of what you say: At the point of the traffic stop, the officer has very little evidence to hold against you. Many drivers who are under the influence of alcohol will start talking and back pedaling. Not only does this give the officer the opportunity to hear a slur in your voice or smell alcohol on your breath, it gives them evidence to use in court. You have a right to remain silent Ñ use it. Don't confess to driving drunk without consulting with a lawyer first. * Know your rights before refusing a breathalyzer: In some states, refusing a breath test may be the right decision because there would not be evidence of blood alcohol content (BAC). But in Pennsylvania, if you refuse a breath test or other chemical BAC test, you will receive the highest level of penalties Ñ as if you had a BAC of .16 or higher AND you will receive an automatic license suspension AND you will automatically be sentenced to three days in jail Ñ in addition to any penalties you may face for a DUI conviction. * Contact a DUI lawyer: If you are facing criminal charges, there is a lot at stake. If convicted, you may face fines, minimum jail time, installation of ignition interlock, license suspension, and many other consequences. With the help of an experienced drunk driving defense attorney, it is possible to minimize the consequences by getting charges reduced or even altogether dismissed. Learn more about why to hire a DUI lawyer.
20. Baritz, Kenneth: Beware New Mandatory Minimum Sentences for DUI in Pennsylvania Beginning in 2004, the Pennsylvania Legislature enacted a new set of DUI laws that include mandatory minimum sentences for DUI convictions. The applicable mandatory minimum sentence is determined by a number of factors: (1) Whether you have any prior DUI convictions (including ÒARDÓ and other similar diversion programs) within the last ten years, (2) The level of alcohol and/or drugs that were in your system, (3) Whether you refused to take a breathalyzer or blood test, and (4) Whether there was an accident. The penalties get increasingly harsher with each subsequent DUI conviction. With respect to alcohol, there are three relevant tiers to consider. * The first tier of blood alcohol level above the legal limit is a level of at least .08 but less than .10. * The second tier is a level of at least .10 but less than .16. * The third tier is a level of at least .16. Other Consequences of a Drunk Driving or DUI Conviction In addition to whatever probation or incarceration is called for under the applicable mandatory minimum sentence, there are also a number of other consequences that may follow a DUI conviction including the following: * Loss of driverÕs license for a period of time * Payment court costs and fees * An alcohol highway safety class * Requirement of an ignition interlock device in your car. The Prosecution Must Prove Their Case Against You There are two essential things that the prosecution must prove in a DUI case. * First, they must prove that you were in actual operation of the car, which generally means that you were driving. * Second, they must prove that you were under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, making you unfit to safely operate a motor vehicle.
21. Levin & Zeiger: A DUI conviction will generally result in a suspension or revocation of your driver's license, involves possible time in jail, and may effect your employment. In addition, if you were charged with driving under the influence and were in an accident, you may be sued and your auto insurance may be canceled. That is why you need an attorney who understands all of these issues and will zealously represent you against these charges. Pennsylvania DUI Law A person arrested under Title 75 of the Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Code for driving under the influence will generally be involved in two cases. First, there is the criminal case. If found guilty, a person may face jail time, fines, mandatory alcohol education programs, and the loss of driving privileges. In addition, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (Penndot) will try to take away a person's the driver's license in a separate action. Under Pennsylvania's DUI law, the punishment for a DUI depends upon whether it is a first, second, or third conviction, and is also based upon a person's blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level. Punishment under Pennsylvania's DUI law is divided into three levels, one for people who drive with a blood alcohol content from .08 to .099%, another for blood alcohol levels from .10 to .159%, with the most severe punishment for persons with a BAC level higher than .16%. New Jersey DUI Law Under New Jersey law, N.J.S.A. 39:4-50, a person who operates a motor vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicating liquor, narcotic, hallucinogenic or habit-producing drug, or who operates a motor vehicle with a BAC of 0.08% or higher is guilty of driving under the influence. There are various penalties for violating New Jersey's DUI law, which depend upon a person's BAC, whether this is a first or subsequent offense, and other factors. Penalties may include fines, jail or prison time, attendance at programs provided at Intoxicated Driver Resource Centers, revocation, suspension or forfeiture of a person's driver's license.
22. Zurvalec, Brandon: when people engage the services an attorney, they are often experiencing very stressful, trying situations. These individuals need an attorney who will sincerely care about their matters and not simply Ògo through the motions.Ó
23. Saul Segan: Even the nicest people can find themselves in a DUI situation. The serious consequences do not discriminate among any type of individual background. This is a time when you need to have forthright guidance and receive aggressive representation. I am most aware of this need and will provide as much help and support as possible.
24. Pearson Law Office: Every person charged with an offense is entitled to defend against the charges. There have been times when the testing procedures employed by police are defective. An experienced attorney will be able to investigate and determine whether all tests were properly conducted, that all equipment worked properly, tests were accurately administered and analyzed.