Recently, the elected District Attorney for Carbon County did the ethically correct thing (more or less). It appears as if the National Patent Analytical Systems DataMaster DMT units that were positioned in the Lehighton Barracks between October 25, 2011 and June 22, 2012 were not maintained appropriately. This type of event further highlights the…
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How Much Does a DUI Cost? License Suspension
One of the most common questions about when someone is accused of a DUI is “How much is the going to set me back?” Because of the nature of DUI penalties, and the different way they affect different people, this is a complicated question to answer. During this series, we will try to explain the…
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Everyone Supports Mandatory Minimums Until it Happens to Them
One of the problems in DUI and other criminal cases are mandatory minimum sentences. Even if the circumstances of the case warrant some leeway, judges find their hands tied in these situations. One example I like to give is with school expulsions. When I worked on the Central Dauphin School Board, I noticed many parents…
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When Losing Your License Means Losing Your Career
The effects of a DUI conviction can be extremely harsh. For some, it can devastate the rest of their lives. For many people, driving is the backbone of their careers. A common example of this are commercial truck drivers. A single DUI, even in their personal vehicle can trigger a lengthy license suspension that can…
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When Will a DUI Come off My Record
One of the most common questions people ask me is when will a DUI conviction come off their record. The short answer is: It won’t. A DUI conviction will never come off your record. In Pennsylvania, a DUI conviction remains part of your criminal forever. A DUI conviction or plea of “guilty” or nolo contendere…
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Underage DUI Laws in PA (Part 2)
In our last post, we examined the legal penalties and additional consequences for an underage DUI in PA. Today we look at other related offenses and how to defend and underage DUI charge. Underage Drinking If you are charged with and underage DUI, it is likely you will also be charged with underage drinking. The…
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Underage DUI Laws in PA
With schools and colleges off for the summer, teenagers spend a lot of their free time on the road. As part of our series “Summertime – DUI Time.” We take a closer look at Underage (Under 21) DUI in PA. If you are between the ages of 18 and 21, and convicted of a DUI,…
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Another Reason to Fight Your DUI: Increased Car Insurance
There are many reasons why you should fight your DUI charges. A professional DUI attorney can guide you and help you calculate the penalties involved. One of the long-term costs associated with a DUI conviction are increased auto insurance premiums. Especially for those who do not have a perfect driving record, a DUI can really…
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Bizarre (and Downright Cruel) DUI Punishments
In an effort to “get tough on crime,” many state and local governments enact laws which are bizarre and cruel. For example, in Montana, repeat drunk driver are forced to get tested twice a day to ensure they have not had anything to drink. While this might sound like a solution to some, it is…
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Most Drunk Drivers Still Can’t Visit Canada
Previously, those convicted of DUI were barred from visiting Canada. Last month, the Canadian government passed a law that would allow some offenders to enter the country: As of March 1, foreign nationals with a single misdemeanour conviction – including for driving under the influence – could be given a one-time pass to skip an…
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