If you are a Pennsylvania resident and you make your living driving for Uber or Lyft, a DUI can be extremely frightening. For most people, a license suspension is a major inconvenience. For you it means losing your livelihood. Uber and Lyft (as well as most delivery services like Postmates) require a background check for…
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As Fetterman continues his marijuana listening tour, what does legalization mean for DUI enforcement?
Lt. Gov. John Fetterman has recently started touring Pennsylvania to hold public forums on the legalization of marijuana. Fetterman is an advocate for legalization and Gov. Tom Wolfe has said it may be time for PA to legalize marijuana as well. (See also: Fetterman starts marijuana hearings in central Pennsylvania) But the question still remains,…
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What a DUI Means for Nurses in PA
“I got arrested for a DUI. What will happen to my nursing license?” At The McShane Firm, we represent a lot of professionals who need to protect their careers. People who can’t afford to get a DUI- hire The McShane Firm. For a free consultation, call us now at (717) 657-3900. What happens to your…
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Teacher Charged with DUI in PA: What you need to know
A Pennsylvania Teacher must report their criminal convictions to the School Board According to the Pennsylvania School code, a school teacher must report their criminal convictions to the school board. In some instances, this may result in the teacher being deemed ineligible to teach. These rules affect: Teachers Principals Secretaries School Nurses Coaches Cafeteria Staff…
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We help Doctors who are accused of DUI
Are you a doctor accused of a DUI? The McShane Firm can help! Statistics indicate that drug and alcohol abuse are the third most common triggers for Medical Board disciplinary action against physicians. The most common form of drug or alcohol-related charge relates to driving under the influence-DUI. Your Medical License could be Suspended Many…
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Prescription Drug DUI Information
Police in Pennsylvania, and especially around Harrisburg, have stepped up their enforcement of prescription drug DUIs: Some common medications that people have been arrested for are: Ambien Prozac Valium Xanax Klonopin Oxycodone Methadone Recent surveys indicate that American are taking more prescription drugs than ever. Under Pennsylvania’s impaired driving laws, police can charge you with drugged driving…
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High costs for refusing breathalyzer test among new Pennsylvania laws for 2018
A new law that recently went into effect has established a huge, new license restoration fee for drivers who refuse testing. High costs for refusing breathalyzer test among new Pennsylvania laws for 2018 Pennsylvania police will have a new financial incentive to make suspected drunk or impaied drivers consent to a breath or blood test…
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Important information for CDL Drivers Charged with a DUI
If you are the holder of a Commercial Driver’s License (“CDL”) in Pennsylvania, it’s extremely important that you understand how a DUI conviction may affect your career and your future. For you, a DUI is more than a simple charge. A conviction could spell the end of your CDL career. This is why you should…
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New Bill passes the State Senate and calls for tougher DUI Laws
A new bill sponsored by Senator John C. Rafferty, Jr. (R-44) will increase the penalties for many DUI offenders if passed into law. The state senate has passed this legislation by a margin of (47-4). Summary of the Proposed Bill The bill proposes a number of changes, including: Creating a felony grading for people convicted…
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Pennsylvania DUI Penalties [Infographic]
Pennsylvania has some complex DUI laws. It is important to understand the different levels and categories, as well as the consequences you will face outside of court.
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