The Pennsylvania Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (“ARD”) is a pre-trial diversionary program offered to first time offenders under certain conditions. While you may be able to avoid or get a reduction in your license suspension, there are some long term consequences for you to take into consideration. The one thing to keep in mind is that…
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HOW A FELONY DRUG CONVICTION CAN AFFECT YOUR CAREER: LICENSED SOCIAL WORKERS
A felony drug conviction can truly be a life altering experience. If you are facing a felony drug offense you are probably scared and have a lot of questions on how this can affect your life. Truth be told, a conviction on this charge is very serious. Not only will be looking at years of…
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How a Diabetic can Get a DUI without Drinking
Breath testing is broken. Because of some major flaws in how the machines function, many people falsely get charged with DUI. One group of people at higher risk for false positives is Diabetics. Breath testing indirectly measures the amount of alcohol in a breath sample. The machine measures ethanol based on its wavelength. Unfortunately, many…
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Why The McShane Firm? We Know Blood Testing
There are a lot of law firms out there who are willing to take on your criminal or DUI case, but there is only one McShane Firm. So how is the McShane Firm different and better than the rest? In this series, we will take a look at some factors you should consider when choosing…
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Important Information for CDL Drivers Facing DUI Charges
For a Pennsylvania commercial driver (CDL holder), a DUI can jeopardize your career and livelihood. This is a very serious matter that can affect your future in a very profound way. This is why you need to get the right information and guidance. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions by our CDL…
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Why The McShane Firm? We Know Breath Testing
There are a lot of law firms out there who are willing to take on your criminal or DUI case, but there is only one McShane Firm. So how is the McShane Firm different and better than the rest? In this series, we will take a look at some factors you should consider when choosing…
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Preliminary Hearings in PA: What you need to know
What is a Preliminary Hearing? The first legal step after a person is charged with a DUI is the preliminary hearing. This is held at a Magisterial District Court. For example if you were arrested and charged with a DUI in Harrisburg, your hearing would be held at one of the MDJ’s located throughout Dauphin…
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