On behalf of Terry Hess Law | Mar 6, 2020 | DUI
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...
On behalf of Terry Hess Law | Feb 7, 2020 | DUI
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...
On behalf of Terry Hess Law | Nov 26, 2019 | DUI, Traffic Violations
The consequences of serious traffic violations can add up quickly. In fact, if individuals do not take action to fight these charges, from reckless driving to DUI, insurance companies might label them as high-risk drivers. In these cases, it might be necessary for...
On behalf of Terry Hess Law | Nov 8, 2019 | DUI
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...
On behalf of Terry Hess Law | Sep 26, 2019 | DUI
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...
On behalf of Terry Hess Law | Sep 26, 2019 | DUI
Every parent sends their children off to college expecting them to obtain the education necessary to earn a job in the desired field in the future. Some expect their children to experiment with drugs, alcohol or some other questionable substance or behavior. Few, if...
On behalf of Terry Hess Law | Jun 26, 2019 | DUI, Firm News
There has always been a debate surrounding the legality of using checkpoints as a way to check for drunk drivers. A recent court ruling could impact how these checkpoints work, and it may even affect some types of DUI cases. The ruling specifically pertained to...
On behalf of Terry Hess Law | May 28, 2019 | DUI, Firm News
A conviction of a criminal offense comes with various consequences, and sometimes, these consequences can follow a person for the rest of his or her life. A DUI conviction can affect a person’s career path, particularly for jobs that require a person to...
