Can You Get Kicked Out of School for a DUI in Pennsylvania?
You may not think a Pittsburgh DUI would have an impact on your life, other than on your criminal record. But if you’re a college student, driving under the influence could derail your education. Whether you study at Alleghany County…
What Makes Someone Ineligible for ARD?
A criminal conviction can do a lot of damage to your life. It gives you a record and takes away your freedom if you’re incarcerated. That’s why Pennsylvania created the Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) program. Rather than risk a conviction,…
Police Need a Warrant for a DUI Blood Test in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled that the police cannot draw your blood without your permission–even if you are unconscious–unless they have a warrant. There are only a few, emergency situations when the police may take blood without your consent….
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…
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…
