Pennsylvania has some of the harshest penalties for DUI charges in the United States. If you plead guilty to a DUI charge, you cannot get it removed from your record, which means you then have a criminal record. Beyond that, there are heavy costs and fines assessed on you from the court, along with requirements… Continue reading What are The Possible Penalties For DUI Conviction in Pennsylvania?
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Effects Of a DUI Case on Your Job/Career: What to Know
Getting a DUI can affect your employment status in many ways. DUI case effects vary from person-to-person. Criminal defense attorneys should be knowledgeable about some of the most significant job considerations. Here are a few: 1. Perform Background Checks: An employer is likely to perform background checks on potential employees before hiring them. If you… Continue reading Effects Of a DUI Case on Your Job/Career: What to Know
Best Ways to Fight DUI Charges in Allentown
DUI charges are no joke. Even a first offense can result in fines, jail time, and the inability to find work with certain employers in the future. If you’ve been charged with a DUI, don’t despair—you may be able to fight it! Keep reading for tips on how to beat your DUI charge. Look for… Continue reading Best Ways to Fight DUI Charges in Allentown
How to Choose the Right DUI Attorney
DUI (Driving under the influence) cases are on the rise in Pennsylvania. According to the state police, over 22,000 arrests were made in 2019 for DUI, a 10% increase from DUI arrests in 2018. This makes it important to utilize the expertise of a DUI attorney in Allentown. Getting arrested for DUI is quite a stressful… Continue reading How to Choose the Right DUI Attorney
Should I Get A Lawyer In My DUI Case?
The laws in Pennsylvania on DUI cases have gotten progressively harsher over the years. Once upon a time when a police officer pulled over someone suspected of being under the influence, the officer might just lock up the car and drive the person home for the night to sleep it off. But no more. Police… Continue reading Should I Get A Lawyer In My DUI Case?
Can A DUI Be A Felony In PA?
From Slatington to Coopersburg, New Tripoli to Emmaus, Hellertown to Walnutport, Bethlehem to Easton, prosecutors aggressively pursue charges against people suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI). DUI penalties in Lehigh County and Northampton County are harsh and may involve jail time, long license suspensions, and steep fines. A typical… Continue reading Can A DUI Be A Felony In PA?
Information On Lehigh County Courts
If you have a case pending in the Lehigh County court, you can visit www.LehighCounty.org for the county’s website. On the site you’ll find information on various court offices, individual judges and the legal opinions from cases published by those judges. The structure of Lehigh County courts is the same as all other counties in… Continue reading Information On Lehigh County Courts
First Offenders ARD Program in Pennsylvania
If you’ve been charged with a crime as an adult in Pennsylvania and you have little or no prior criminal record, you may be eligible for the ARD program. ARD stands for Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition—fancy words for special probation. This program is offered at the discretion of the District Attorney’s office. Judges can not dictate… Continue reading First Offenders ARD Program in Pennsylvania
Adderall Drug Abuse Trends Among College Students
Adderall is a medication used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The drug uses a combination of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine to control symptoms of ADHD, giving those with the disorder greater focus. It’s become the drug of choice among college students and high performing young professionals. But Adderall possession is a crime if you do.
