If you get charged with drunk driving and you have a commercial driver’s license (CDL), you may be very worried about losing it. It is the license that allows you to perform your job duties. As a commercial driver, losing this license will almost certainly mean losing...
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2 things you should never say during a DUI stop
Drunk driving is one of the leading causes of fatal car wrecks. As such, if law enforcement has reasonable suspicion that you could be drunk behind the wheel, they will pull you over for further investigation. If you are pulled over for a DUI investigation, it is...
DUI conviction penalties in Pennsylvania
Very few things are more disheartening for a driver than seeing the flashing lights of a police vehicle behind them. There are many reasons why police officers may initiate a traffic stop. Seeing signs of impaired driving is one of the most common. A person who’s...
3 medical issues that can cause you to fail a Breathalyzer
Breathalyzers have become an essential tool in law enforcement for detecting drunk drivers and ensuring road safety – but they certainly aren’t foolproof. They’re machines, and machines can’t always tell the difference between intoxication and certain medical...
Can you get a DUI under the legal limit?
When a driver is given a breath test, the police are likely looking to see if they are over the legal limit. There are exceptions for commercial drivers and underage drivers, but the limit for most people is 0.08%. The breath test itself simply measures a person’s...
What could cause a false positive during a field sobriety test?
Have you ever been pulled over while driving by the police? Almost any traffic infraction could lead the police to suspect drunk driving. This could happen for a number of reasons, such as running a red light or driving in between lanes. If the police do suspect you...
Do I need an attorney if I have been charged with a DUI?
If you’re facing a charge of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, it’s normal to be apprehensive. Both personally and professionally, a lot could be riding on the outcome of your case. If it’s your first offense, you may be wondering whether it’s wiser to...
Will I go to jail if I am facing DUI charges?
After you are charged with a first-time DUI, it’s very natural to wonder about the ramifications you may have to face. Many people instantly grow concerned about whether or not they’re going to have to go to jail. That’s what they want to avoid more than anything...
Examples of reasonable suspicion in DUI cases
Numerous accidents occur every year due to impaired driving. It is for this reason that tackling drunk driving is a top priority for law enforcement in Pennsylvania. One method that law enforcement uses is traffic stops. They utilize these to conduct breathalyzer...
Will I still be able to drive after being charged with a DUI?
Driving under the influence (DUI) charges in Pennsylvania come with a surprising variety of different consequences. Your previous driving history, the amount of alcohol in your bloodstream and the consequences of the alleged impaired driving infraction can all...