What Besides Alcohol Can Set Off a Breathalyzer? False Positive Breath Test Causes
Several substances and medical conditions can trigger a false positive breathalyzer result without the person having consumed alcohol. A breathalyzer measures compounds in breath that share a similar molecular structure with ethanol — meaning certain medications, foods, and medical conditions can register as alcohol even when none has been consumed. The most common non-alcohol causes […]
Read MoreDoes a DUI Show Up on a Background Check in Pennsylvania?
Yes — a DUI conviction in Pennsylvania will show up on a background check. A DUI conviction is a criminal offense and a matter of public record, meaning it appears on criminal background checks run by employers, landlords, and creditors. Even if DUI charges are dropped, your arrest record may still be visible. A DUI […]
Read MoreUnder What Circumstances Can I Avoid Appearing in Court for a Summons in PA?
Through different circumstances, people can find themselves summoned to a courtroom without the ability to avoid appearing in court. However, there are some instances in which you can avoid appearing in court following a criminal summons when you have the right legal team to represent you. At Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford, P.C., our professional […]
Read MoreCan Diabetes Affect a Breathalyzer Test? Diabetes & DUI Defense in Pennsylvania
Yes — diabetes can affect a breathalyzer test and produce a false positive BAC reading. Diabetics in a state of ketoacidosis produce acetone as a byproduct of fat breakdown, and some breathalyzer devices misread acetone as ethyl alcohol, potentially registering falsely elevated BAC levels. Additionally, symptoms of hypoglycemia — low blood sugar — can mimic […]
Read MoreCan You Get a DUI on a Bicycle in Pennsylvania?
Yes, you can get a DUI on a bicycle in Pennsylvania. State law defines a “vehicle” broadly, and courts have applied DUI statutes to bicyclists riding under the influence of alcohol or drugs. A bicycle DUI carries the same penalties as a motor vehicle DUI, including fines, possible jail time, and a driver’s license suspension, […]
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