For many young adults, college is a time of independence and new experiences, which sometimes includes exposure to alcohol. While experimenting with social activities can feel like a rite of passage, the risks of drinking and driving are significant. Fortunately,...
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DUI Defense
What to do when facing a DUI as a college student
Facing a DUI charge as a college student can feel overwhelming. Beyond the legal consequences, there is also the concern about how it may impact your education, future career, and personal life. It is a stressful experience, but taking the right steps early on can...
Don’t cap off summer with a DUI arrest
The year seems to be flying by. Even though the school year has already started, it’s still summer. Some individuals and families often decide to have the season go out with a bang by planning a final celebration before the season’s end. Of course, there is nothing...
The hidden costs of a minor DUI: Beyond fines and suspensions
Have you or someone you know been charged with a minor DUI? You might expect just a fine, but the real impact of the charge goes deeper. Getting a DUI as a minor means more than paying a fine and losing your license temporarily. These consequences can affect your...
Why finishing a last one for the road could lead to a DUI
People don’t have to intentionally drink and drive or suffer from alcoholism to end up accused of drunk driving. Small choices can lead to driving under the influence (DUI) charges. The way people drink and how long they wait before driving can both influence their...
Reasonable suspicion must be present for a drunk driving stop
People who see flashing lights behind their vehicle may wonder why police officers are initiating a traffic stop. In order for the officers to do this in response to suspected drunk driving, they need to have reasonable suspicion, which means that there are signs...
How zero-tolerance rules can affect juvenile DUI charges
The juvenile justice system is somewhat different from the adult criminal justice system. There are different rules that apply to young adults and also different priorities in court. Instead of simply punishing juvenile offenders, the courts often prioritize...
What happens to your car after a DUI arrest in Pennsylvania?
Getting pulled over for a DUI can feel like your whole world stops. There is the stress of the arrest, the unknowns ahead and then, there is your car. Whether you are arrested on a city street or a back road, police will not leave your car behind. In most cases, it...
Can motorists lawfully try to avoid DUI checkpoints?
Many drunk driving arrests occur on an individual basis. Police officers target specific drivers for traffic stops based on their conduct or test the people involved in collisions for alcohol. Occasionally, local law enforcement organizations may want to engage in...
Can you get a DUI without being drunk?
Many people believe that driving under the influence (DUI) only applies when someone is drunk behind the wheel. But the truth is more complicated. In Pennsylvania, a driver can face DUI charges even if their blood alcohol content (BAC) is below the legal limit or even...


