DUI

Field sobriety tests are a series of tests that law enforcement may conduct during a traffic stop to assess a driver’s impairment by drugs or alcohol. These tests allow officers to evaluate if a driver may be under the influence before making an arrest. Understanding...

Driving under the influence can have severe consequences, especially in Pennsylvania. When an individual commits a repeat DUI offense, the legal repercussions become even more stringent. By imposing steeper consequences, the state hopes to deter DUI cases. Increased...

Commercial drivers in Pennsylvania adhere to stricter laws for driving under the influence. If you are a CDL holder in the state, even a DUI in your personal vehicle while off-duty could negatively impact your career. License suspension License suspension is the most...

Balancing academics with extracurriculars and full social life while being away from home can feel challenging for college students. Some of these undergraduates might turn to alcohol or drugs to relieve stress or for fun. Suppose a Penn State student becomes involved...

Police officers in Pennsylvania and around the country generally take motorists into custody on suspicion of driving under the influence after conducting a breath test. Roadside toxicology tests are performed because the portable devices used are considered reasonably...

The state of Pennsylvania has strict laws in place when it comes to drinking and driving. If you are a Pennsylvania resident, or, conversely, a college student attending school in the state, it is important to know the penalties that you may face should authorities...

A Pennsylvania drunk driving conviction may do more than embarrass you or potentially threaten your academic or professional future – it may, too, wind up costing you a significant amount of money. While you should expect to have to pay substantial fines relating to...

While sometimes seen as a rite of passage for college students, beers at Friday night games and shots at Saturday night parties can cause serious consequences, especially if you get behind the wheel. Charges of driving under the influence carry significant legal...

According to the Pennsylvania Department of Motor Vehicles website, the state recognizes three tiers of DUIs: General Impairment, High BAC and Highest BAC. The state reserves the Highest BAC penalties for those who have a blood alcohol concentration level of .16% or...