Once upon a time, there was a young man named John who was falsely accused and arrested for DUI by the police. John was a hardworking good man. He had been at a friend’s house watching football but didn’t drink with his friends. His buddy sitting next to him on the crowded couch spilled his…
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Which Counties have Declining DUI Enforcement?
The Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts reports data of what offenses were committed over the past years. In their latest report, the data from 2017 shows that a number of counties had declining DUI enforcement when compared to 2016. The counties with the biggest declines were: For its part, Dauphin county saw a decline of…
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What a DUI Means for Nurses in PA
“I got arrested for a DUI. What will happen to my nursing license?” At The McShane Firm, we represent a lot of professionals who need to protect their careers. People who can’t afford to get a DUI- hire The McShane Firm. For a free consultation, call us now at (717) 657-3900. What happens to your…
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The Penalties for a Second DUI in Pennsylvania
If you’ve been accused of DUI in Pennsylvania and you have a prior DUI conviction on your record within the last 10 years, you will be facing stiffer penalties, including mandatory jail time, license suspension, and thousands of dollars in fines. Let’s take a look at the laws and penalties for a Second Offense DUI in…
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What to Expect if You’re Expecting… a DUI: Preliminary Hearings
DUI Preliminary Hearings in PA: A Brief Introduction I frequently represent people all over the Harrisburg area when they are accused of a DUI. Two of the most frequent questions I get asked are: (A) What is a preliminary hearing all about, and (B) Am I definitely going to go to jail or lose my…
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DUI? No problem. I’LL opt for an ARD….THINK AGAIN
Some people think that they can get out of a DUI by opting for an ARD. But it’s not that easy. ARD is wonderful program if you have no other option. However, it is like a one get out of jail free card in your life. You only use it as a last…
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Teacher Charged with DUI in PA: What you need to know
A Pennsylvania Teacher must report their criminal convictions to the School Board According to the Pennsylvania School code, a school teacher must report their criminal convictions to the school board. In some instances, this may result in the teacher being deemed ineligible to teach. These rules affect: Teachers Principals Secretaries School Nurses Coaches Cafeteria Staff…
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Important information for CDL Drivers Charged with a DUI
If you are the holder of a Commercial Driver’s License (“CDL”) in Pennsylvania, it’s extremely important that you understand how a DUI conviction may affect your career and your future. For you, a DUI is more than a simple charge. A conviction could spell the end of your CDL career. This is why you should…
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New Bill passes the State Senate and calls for tougher DUI Laws
A new bill sponsored by Senator John C. Rafferty, Jr. (R-44) will increase the penalties for many DUI offenders if passed into law. The state senate has passed this legislation by a margin of (47-4). Summary of the Proposed Bill The bill proposes a number of changes, including: Creating a felony grading for people convicted…
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2018 Memorial Day DUI Checkpoints
For many, the Memorial Day long weekend marks the official start of the summer. For police it marks the official start of DUI hunting season. While many of us will be out enjoying all that Pennsylvania has to offer with family and friends, police are hard at work planning DUI checkpoints on major roadways. At…
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