Is Jail Time Mandatory for a First DUI Offense?

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
January 27, 2023

Facing a driving under the influence (DUI) charge is an uncomfortable situation, especially if you have never been charged before. A first-time offense, while usually met with leniency, still carries with it significant penalties. Worse yet, depending on the situation, you may face an even more frightening proposition—jail time. If you have been charged with […]

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Drunk vs. Drugged Driving: What You Need to Know

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
July 10, 2025

Under ideal circumstances, Pennsylvania’s roadway checkpoints would only take dangerous drivers off of the road. Unfortunately, representatives can often misinterpret someone’s driving and preemptively label them a drunk or drugged driver. Drunk and drugged driving are two different crimes in the state of Pennsylvania. You need to know the difference between the two if you […]

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Considerations for Getting an Underage DUI Expunged in PA

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
December 17, 2024

Drinking and driving remains an ongoing issue in Pennsylvania, with DUI fatality numbers rising every year. In 2020, 17% of driver fatalities in the 16-20 year old age group were drinking drivers. Often, underage drinkers find themselves in trouble with the law after getting behind the wheel of a car. If you’ve been charged with […]

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