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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Am I going to jail?
This is the most common question we get here at The McShane Firm. The fear of jail is real. It’s simple, scary, and brings out the true character of a person. Having been on the receiving end of this question many times, I have to think that it is the one that inspires the most […]
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Can I be Arrested for Driving While Using Prescription Drugs?
You can be arrested for driving while using a number of prescription drugs. The following are some common prescription drugs we see drivers arrested for: Xanax Klonopin Oxycodone Methadone Ambien Prozac Valium According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2014, around 22% of all drivers were impaired by drugs. Nearly 50% of […]
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New Proposed Law introduces Stiffer Penalties for Repeat DUI offenders
A new bill has been proposed in the Pennsylvania State Senate that would drastically increase the penalties for some repeat DUI offenders. The bill was referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee on April 18, 2017. The bill proposes to amend Section 3803 and 3804 of the vehicle code in regards to grading and penalties for […]
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Will a DUI affect my immigration status?
Green Cards and Naturalization Applicants for Green Cards or for U.S. Citizenship who get charged with a DUI often worry about how it will affect their immigration status. While outcomes will differ on a case to case basis, one thing is for certain, any immigration agencies who do check will find your DUI and it […]
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I got a DUI– What do I do now?
You got a DUI. You probably feel scared, confused, and disappointed. At this point, the best thing for you to do is take a deep breath and start gathering some information. We can help. We have a 24/7 DUI helpline at 1-866-McShane. Without judging you or lecturing you we will answer all of your questions. […]
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Important Lesson for Teachers Charged with a DUI
A DUI Can Mean Losing Your Teaching Job One of the common concerns for teachers who are charged with a DUI is about whether they will lose their job. You’ve put in so much hard work to get to this point. Watching it all come down in an instant can be very scary. Fortunately, The […]
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Ambulance Drivers and DUI
The Bureau of Emergency Medical Services in PA has its own set of penalties for ambulance drivers as it relates to DUI. It’s not good news. The rules are listed below: If the driver is convicted of a DUI When a person is convicted of a DUI, that individual is prohibited from driving an ambulance […]
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Nurses and DUI
One common question we get from nurses charged with a DUI is “Will I lost my license to practice?” This depends on your disciplinary and criminal history as well as a number of procedures which need to be followed. If you are a nurse and have been charged with a DUI or other criminal offense, […]
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We help Medical Doctors that 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. Many physicians erroneously believe that a DUI […]
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