State College Pennsylvania Law Blog
How Reckless Driving in Low Speed Limit Zones Become an Aggravating Factor April 17, 2023 | college student criminal defense
When it comes to reckless driving in PA, you may want to think twice. Reckless driving in low-speed limit zones can become an aggravating factor in an array of different ways. It may even cause you to have to enlist the assistance of a criminal defense attorney PA. Below is a list of examples in which you may need the help of criminal defense attorneys to… READ MORE
Speeding: Why It May End Up Being Worse Than You Thought April 03, 2023 | motor vehicle accidents
Most people that drive want to get to their destination as quickly and efficiently as possible. This often leads them to drive faster than the speed limit, which can be dangerous. In addition to being dangerous, speeding can also have serious financial consequences. If a driver is caught going over the speed limit, they can face hefty fines and, in some cases, even jail time. More… READ MORE
What Can Be Considered Reasons To Stop in a DWI Case? March 20, 2023 | drunk driving
Like most other states, DUI (driving under the influence) arrests are pretty common in Pennsylvania. It is a myth that you must consume alcohol regularly to be stopped by the police for suspicion of DUI, which is not the case. Therefore, it is vital that you understand Pennsylvania DUI laws. The state law outlines that an individual should not be in control of a vehicle if… READ MORE
2023 Guide to Personal Injury in Pennsylvania March 06, 2023 | personal injury
A personal injury claim in Pennsylvania, technically known as a tort, provides a remedy in the court system for someone who has been injured by another party that could have been avoided. Similar to other states, success in a personal injury claim depends on certain elements, proven by facts and documentation, being successfully shown. If not, then the suit fails, and the defending party is deemed… READ MORE
What Constitutes Reckless Driving in Pennsylvania? January 23, 2023 | motor vehicle accidents
Operating a motor vehicle is a privilege that tends to be abused when a reckless driver gets behind the wheel. A driver can cause serious accidents. The act of recklessly driving can have lifelong consequences. That is when you will need to look into employing the assistance of legal counsel from criminal defense attorneys like Engle, Kauffman, and VanHorn. It is important first to understand what… READ MORE
School Zones and How they Affect Tickets in PA January 09, 2023 | Uncategorized
Getting a ticket can always be costly. In Pennsylvania, violating traffic laws while driving in a school zone can lead to increased penalties. If you cannot contest a ticket successfully, you could end up paying large fines and even have your license suspended. With the help of Engle, Kauffman, and VanHorn, you can fight tickets in school zones and avoid steep penalties. What Are School Zones?… READ MORE
DUI Restricted License Options for Certain First Offense Cases December 19, 2022 | Uncategorized
Pennsylvania classifies DUI license offenses into three different levels. They’re based on a driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) at the time of the offense. The lowest level of impairment is known as the general impairment category when a driver’s BAC is between 0.08 and 0.10. Then, the middle-level DUI of a driver’s BAC is between 0.10 and 0.159. After that, there’s a high-level DUI when the… READ MORE
What Can Be Considered a Reason To Stop in a DWI Case? December 05, 2022 | Uncategorized
Individuals may find themselves involved in a DWI case if they are under the influence of drugs or alcohol. However, the arresting officers must have evidence to support their findings if there is reasonable doubt. Some DWI cases are dismissed based on a lack of supporting evidence. These cases may fall under one of the following conditions and successfully be dismissed without charges appearing on your… READ MORE
