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What are unlawful DUI stops?

Operating a motor vehicle under the influence endangers lives. Since the consequences of drunk driving can be tragic, there are strict laws in place to discourage such wrongdoing. Nevertheless, officers must adhere to strict legal standards when dealing with suspects....

Possible legal defenses for field sobriety testing

For many motorists who face DUI charges, field sobriety testing plays a role in the process. While sobriety testing has a legal precedent, issues with accuracy can easily occur. That is why people facing DUI charges must understand potential problems with field...

When does a DUI become a felony in Pennsylvania?

Driving under the influence is a serious offense that has severe consequences. In Pennsylvania, the legal repercussions for a DUI can escalate from a misdemeanor to a felony under certain circumstances. Felony DUI convictions in Pennsylvania come with more severe...

Steps to avoid a DUI

Driving under the influence is a serious offense with potentially severe consequences. You need to be aware of the steps you can take to prevent a DUI and ensure your safety and the safety of others on the road. There are some simple things you can do to help avoid a...

When is an ignition interlock device required after a DUI?

A Pennsylvania conviction for driving under the influence means serious consequences, and some of those consequences might include time behind bars, hefty fines, probation and more. Depending on the circumstances surrounding your DUI arrest and conviction, you may...

Can you avoid DUI traffic stops?

When you come across a DUI traffic stop on the road, you actually have the option of avoiding it. However, the way in which you decide to approach this makes a difference. Some ways are legal, while others could get you into trouble. What is the right way to avoid...

What are the long-term impacts of a DUI conviction?

When facing the possibility of a DUI conviction, most people will focus on the short-term ramifications, particularly the possibility of jail time. While time in jail is nothing to scoff at, it is also important to consider the long-term impacts of a DUI conviction,...

What does implied consent mean?

A police stop can result in various outcomes. Should an officer request you to give a breath or blood sample during a DUI investigation, you may hear the term implied consent tossed around. The police need a reason to stop your vehicle. An officer must either witness...

Will an ignition interlock device help you?

A DUI in Pennsylvania can cause you to lose your driving privileges. The repercussions might impact your independence and inconvenience you in numerous ways. An ignition interlock device might enable you to keep your driver’s license. Learning about its benefits...

You can face a DUI even with a BAC lower than .08

Most drivers know that if you get behind the wheel after drinking, and a police officer determines your blood alcohol content is .08 or higher, you can face a driving under the influence charge. However, you can also face a DUI if your BAC is lower. Many factors...