When Pennsylvania police investigate a crash scene, they often ask those involved and any witnesses numerous questions. If a person winds up being taken into police custody or charged with a crime in connection with the incident, any verbal responses that he or she...

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Don’t let DUI ruin St. Patrick’s Day fun
In Pennsylvania and across the country, many people are getting ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Even in the workplace, this holiday often sparks festivities, from dressing in green from head-to-toe to decorations of shamrocks, pots of gold and lots of green...
Do you have to take a field sobriety test?
If you’ve ever had a Pennsylvania police officer pull you over in a traffic stop, you understand how distressing it can be. Stress can instantly intensify if the police officer in question asks you to step out of your vehicle. This type of request typically means that...
DUI homicide is central focus of this case
A man in Pennsylvania was being held in jail in lieu of bail, which the judge overseeing the case set at $500,000. The man is facing charges for DUI homicide in connection with a fatal motor vehicle accident. He is also charged with numerous other crimes and traffic...
Can a defendant challenge reasonable suspicion?
Drivers should not have to worry about the police stopping them for no reason, but instances exist where the police use dubious pretenses to pull over a vehicle. Such actions are more than frightening and inconvenient as they may lead to an illegal search and seizure....
Does a DUI conviction always get you deported?
Getting charged for a DUI in Pennsylvania is scary for anyone. When you’re a foreign national hoping to get US citizenship someday, you may fear that a DUI could ruin your future plans. While some criminal convictions do lead to deportation, a DUI conviction does not...
Know your rights when it comes to a DUI
When you're pulled over in Pennsylvania, you have a legal obligation to provide the officer with your driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance. If they believe that you're under the influence of drugs or alcohol, they may ask you to answer various questions or...
Can you refuse a field sobriety test?
When you're pulled over in Pennsylvania under suspicion of driving under the influence, it can be frightening, to say the least. Many people convicted of a DUI offense end up having issues finding jobs, pay higher insurance rates and face a variety of other negative...
DUI levels and penalties in Pennsylvania
Motorists in Pennsylvania who get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol in quantities sufficient to impair their ability to operate a motor vehicle safely face arrest and a charge of driving while under the influence. The state bases its penalties for DUI on the...
How to reduce your chances of getting a traffic citation
Few things can ruin your journey across Pennsylvania than getting a traffic ticket. Fortunately, there are things that you can do to minimize the chances of being stopped by a police officer such as blending in with traffic or fixing a taillight before leaving home....