Can You Get a DUI in Pittsburgh for Sleeping in Your Car ?
Sometimes, when you leave a bar or party, you know you are too drunk to drive. You may be tempted to sleep in your car, thinking you are being responsible. But the police can still arrest you for a DUI…
When is a DUI a Felony in PA?
From Polish Hill to South Side Flats, Brookline, and everything in between – Pittsburgh police and Allegheny County prosecutors aggressively pursues charges against people suspected of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol (DUI). DUI penalties are harsh in…
Pittsburgh DUI Testing: Can I Refuse a Field Sobriety Test?
People are pulled over by the Pittsburgh police or Pennsylvania State Troopers everyday for suspicion of a DUI. These people are frequently asked to take field sobriety tests. And while the officers will suggest your consent is required, you are…
What to do if You Get a DUI in a Parked Car in Pennsylvania
Everyone knows that drunk driving is against the law. However, many people don’t realize just how aggressive DUI laws in Pennsylvania can be. As a result, you may wind up being charged with DUI in a situation you did not…
Driving Stoned: Marijuana DUI Laws
Across the country, more and more states are legalizing marijuana, either for medical use or even recreational purposes. Currently, cannabis is illegal for recreational use in Pennsylvania, but possession of small amounts is decriminalized in several largest cities, including Pittsburgh….
5 Things That Can Make a Pittsburgh DUI Worse
A DUI can make your life very difficult. It may be weeks or even months until you can drive again, and you may be facing large fines and even jail time. The defense attorneys at our law firm have taken…
Common Mistakes Other DUI Lawyers Make
If you’ve been charged with DUI in Pittsburgh, you are probably facing the daunting task of hiring a DUI lawyer. These can be complicated cases that involve going to court, dealing with police officers, PennDOT hearings, and trying to keep…
Pitt Develops THC Breathalyzer – More Marijuana DUIs are Coming
A handheld breathalyzer device that can detect THC has been developed at the University of Pittsburgh. While the device is not yet ready for mass production, it could be coming within a few months. This means the police will soon…
What to Do If Your Child Has Been Charged with a DUI in PA
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, alcohol is a factor in more than one third of fatal crashes involving 16 to 20 year olds. In an effort to reduce this heavy toll, Pennsylvania has instituted a zero tolerance…
Factors that Cause DUI False Positives
Breathalyzer devices are powerful pieces of technology that help law enforcement keep our roads safe. However, many people don’t realize that they aren’t infallible. Just because the breathalyzer device says that your BAC is over the legal limit doesn’t mean…
