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Even if you believe you are guilty, there are several points you should consider before you decide whether or not to hire an attorney. When you are facing criminal court, you are in a serious situation and should have all the information you need about the consequences of a conviction.

According to the Pennsylvania State Police, state troopers made 18,412 driving-under-the-influence arrests in 2020. Whether a DUI is the driver’s first mistake or a third offense, a DUI charge in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania should always be taken seriously.

Having sub-par legal representation can increase the probability that you will find yourself up behind bars, given the maximum possible fine or less than favorable probation conditions. You should always have legal representation when heading into the courtroom.

If you’re a parent, you know you’ll do anything for your child. You’ll always be there to support them, to advise them, or help them out of a bind. But what kind of responsibilities do you have as a parent if your minor child commits a crime?

Allegations of domestic violence are not taken lightly. Law enforcement and the courts will err on the side of the accuser rather than the accused. Those accused can be arrested without a warrant. It can seem that there is a presumption of guilt, not innocence, against the person accused of committing it. Steps to protect the alleged victim are immediate while due process for the accused lags.

When you disagree with someone, things can get out of control, especially when alcohol is involved. That is why a confrontation between bar patrons often leads to a fight. But can you get arrested and face criminal charges when your verbal altercation turns physical?

Driving a vehicle without a valid license is an offense punishable under Pennsylvania laws. Unfortunately, you may get your license suspended for violating a traffic law.

If you drive a vehicle in Pennsylvania, you have given implied consent to undergo testing of your breath or blood if stopped by law enforcement for suspicion of driving under the influence. If you refuse, the officer can easily obtain a warrant to draw a blood sample for testing.

In 2020, 18,412 people were arrested for DUI in the state of Pennsylvania. If you get pulled over on suspicion of driving under the influence, the officers will likely try and have you perform sobriety tests out in the field. As the driver, you have certain rights and obligations pertaining to these tests. There are things to keep in mind if you do get pulled over and end up facing a potential DUI charge.

Drinking and driving is considered a top safety issue in Pennsylvania. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), there were 49,730 DUI arrests statewide in 2018. Pennsylvania's DUI law prohibits driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or more.