If you've been charged with DUI in Pennsylvania, you need to know what you're up against. First of all, no matter what county you're charged in and no matter what people tell you, it is critical that you find an attorney who understands the DUI laws and can help you through the process. Too many lawyers out there are representing clients in DUI matters when they've never taken a single DUI to trial.
In Pennsylvania, if you are convicted of a DUI, you are likely facing a mandatory jail sentence, even if it's your first offense. There are three tiers of blood alcohol content in Pennsylvania, and depending on how much alcohol was in your blood, or whether you had any narcotics in your system, your potential sentence may change.
There are programs like ARD, which is a first offender program, but these programs are restrictive and it can sometimes be a real fight to get people placed on the program. Do yourself a favor. If you're facing a DUI in Pennsylvania, call our firm today at (610) 566-1006. We've represented hundreds of people charged with DUI throughout Pennsylvania and we'd be happy to help you too. You can find us online at www.benarilaw.com. I invite you to come in for a free consultation and talk directly with me, Arik Benari, the managing partner of the firm.
Thank you.
Pennsylvania DUI
by Arik T. Benari on Apr. 12, 2011
Summary
What to know if you've been charged with a DUI in Pennsylvania.