State Aims to Toughen DUI Penalties

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
March 31, 2016

Drivers in Pennsylvania who have been arrested and charged with some type of impaired driving offense know that the state’s consequences for these things can be severe. Almost every aspect of a driver’s life can be impacted by a drunk driving conviction. Understanding how the law continues to evolve in this area is important for […]

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What Is the Process for a DUI Breath Test in Pennsylvania?

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Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
September 12, 2023

Like any driver in Pennsylvania, you could be asked by law enforcement to submit to a breath test after you have been stopped for another reason. If this happens, you should know that officers are required to follow specific procedures when conducting these tests. The Pennsylvania Code explains that one of the first procedural elements […]

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What Is an Ignition Interlock Device?

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
September 12, 2023

If you have been arrested and charged with a drunk driving offense in Pennsylvania, you will want to understand the consequences you may face if you are ultimately convicted. In addition to financial penalties and incarceration, you may be required to install an ignition interlock device into your vehicle. An IID is considered more of […]

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Family Works to Change the Law for DUI Offenders

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
September 12, 2023

Each year, many people in Pennsylvania are seriously injured or killed because of intoxicated drivers. The problem is a national one, occurring with sobering frequency across the country. One Pennsylvania couple is trying to change the law in the state after they lost their 25-year-old daughter in an accident involving a drunk driver who had […]

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What Are the Levels of DUI in Pennsylvania?

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
September 12, 2023

In Pennsylvania, there is a tiered approach to driving under the influence charges. Thus, the types of penalties you may face if convicted of drunk driving in the state vary based on numerous factors. These include your blood alcohol content level and your prior record. In order to ensure that your rights are protected, it […]

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