State College Pennsylvania Law Category: drunk driving

Effective defense strategies when facing a DUI September 14, 2017 | drunk driving, firm news

An unyielding myth about drunk driving offenses is that the person who is accused of the crime will be found guilty. This is an obvious myth because everyone has the right to due process and a fair trial, in addition to the presumed innocence of an accused person. However, it is a pervasive sentiment that many people share, whether it be due to convenient preconceived notions… READ MORE

How do we curb the rise of car accident fatalities? August 04, 2017 | drunk driving, firm news

It goes without saying that car accidents are dangerous. But what doesn’t go without saying, at least until you hear a recent report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, is that the car accident rate is getting worse. Most people would just naturally assume with the improvements to car safety systems and the soon-to-be-realized dream of self-driving cars out on the road that the car… READ MORE

Serious financial penalties follow a DUI May 04, 2017 | drunk driving, firm news

There are two major consequences to a drunk driving charge: there are the legal consequences and the financial consequences. We covered the legal consequences in our last post, and they include things such as jail time, the loss of your license, the impounding of your vehicle and numerous other penalties. These are substantial forms of punishment that could change your life. But the financial penalties are also… READ MORE

What kind of penalties do I face if I get a DUI in PA? April 28, 2017 | drunk driving, firm news

Getting a driving under the influence (DUI) conviction in Pennsylvania can come with serious penalties. It is important to note that the penalties that come with these kinds of charges are generally governed by state law. As such, the penalties that follow are specific to Pennsylvania. These penalties can include: License suspension. A driver can lose his or her driver’s license for up to 12 months for a… READ MORE