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If the police have reasonable suspicion that a driver may be drunk, they may perform a traffic stop. The driver will likely be asked to take a sobriety test. You should know that drivers often have a right to refuse sobriety tests, but not in every situation. To...
Pennsylvania is famous for being the birthplace of American Democracy, the Liberty Bell and, of course, the land of origin of Hershey’s chocolate. It is also known for its dangerous roads, partially due to weather conditions that require ongoing maintenance, which is...
A conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs can upend your life in lasting ways. A momentary lapse of judgment can result in limitations on your prospects for work, education, and more – in addition to the fines and possible jail time that come...
The weather is warm, the sun is shining, and everyone seems to be in a good mood. What could be better than spending a summer day outdoors? How about enjoying a barbeque with friends and family? Or playing golf with your buddies? While all of these activities are...
You and your buddies really threw a good one last night at the local watering hole. But you did the responsible thing and used Uber instead of driving. Now, as you awaken to the shrill clarion call of your alarm, you dread the thought of putting in a day’s work while...
Most drivers in Pennsylvania and around the country are only charged with DUI when toxicology tests reveal that they have blood alcohol concentrations of .08 or higher, but motorists under the age of 21 face drink driving charges for getting behind the wheel with even...
Today, everyone knows the risks of driving while drunk. Organizations like Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) have been educating the public about DUI for over 30 years. But few Americans know that the level of drug-impaired drivers on the roads is higher than drunk...
Everyone knows that the legal age to drink in Pennsylvania is 21. This means it is illegal for anyone under that age to consume, purchase, transport, or possess liquor, brewed, or malt beverages. Underage drinking laws may seem simple at first glance, but the reality...
Many people think that the only person in a vehicle who can't consume alcohol is the driver. This is actually the case, but only to a limited extent. It is possible for a driver to bring a passenger who is drunk home; however, that passenger can't consume alcohol in...
When drivers are pulled over for the suspicion of drunk driving, the officers will sometimes conduct a standardized field sobriety test. One of the components of this test is the horizontal gaze nystagmus test. There is a good chance that you've seen this test...
There are many things that you need to think about when you are heading out for the evening. Where you will go, who you are going to meet up with and what you are going to do are often the primary concerns. You need to add one more to that -- how you will get home. If...
One of the primary factors in many drunk driving cases is what the person's blood alcohol concentration is at the time they are stopped. Pennsylvania law sets some specific limits for various situations, so if you are stopped for drunk driving, you should be prepared...
Pennsylvania laws take a harsh stance on drunk driving. Anyone who is found to have a blood alcohol concentration of .08 percent or higher is subject to criminal charges. The exact penalties you are facing depend on your actual BAC and any prior offenses you have on...
Even though we are still in the thick of winter, this is the time when families and students start planning their spring break vacations. The Washington Post recently reported on a conversation that's taking place within a community, its school and families regarding...
Pennsylvania's implied consent law essentially dictates that any licensed motorist in the state is presumed to have already provided their tacit permission to submit to any chemical testing for alcohol or drugs once they take the wheel. Consequently, those drivers...
