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What Happens After a DUI Arrest in Erie, PA? A Step-by-Step Guide

Convictions, Criminal Law, Drugs, DUI, DWIBy Justin PanighettiMarch 20, 2024

What happens after a DUI arrest in Erie County, from charges and the preliminary hearing to ARD, PennDOT suspensions, and sentencing.

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What If You Failed a Field Sobriety Test During Your Pennsylvania DUI Stop

Drugs, DUI, DWIBy Justin PanighettiAugust 1, 2022

One might think that DUI felony charges are hard to battle and they actually are, but it’s also not impossible to turn things a little bit favorable to your side to at the very least lessen the impact of what’s to come.

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Defending Against a Felony DUI Case in Pennsylvania

Convictions, Crime, Criminal Law, Drugs, DUI, DWI, Felony, Gun Charges, Misdemeanor, Weapon Charges, WeaponsBy Justin PanighettiMarch 16, 2022

One might think that DUI felony charges are hard to battle and they actually are, but it’s also not impossible to turn things a little bit favorable to your side to at the very least lessen the impact of what’s to come.

4 Police Mistakes That Could Get Your Charges Dismissed Erie PA

4 Police Mistakes That Could Get Your Charges Dismissed

Convictions, Crime, Criminal Law, Drugs, DUI, DWI, Gun Charges, Misdemeanor, Weapon Charges, WeaponsBy Justin PanighettiJanuary 24, 2022

There are four police mistakes that can save you a lot of trouble and get your charges dismissed when you’re facing claims or allegations of a crime. However, you will need the assistance of a criminal defense attorney in Erie, PA, to find these mistakes and get your case discharged.

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What Does It Take To Prove a DUI Charge in Pennsylvania?

Convictions, Criminal Law, DUI, DWIBy Justin PanighettiNovember 24, 2021

Most people know the laws in their home state and know what to expect if arrested for a DUI/DWI. But, when this happens out of state, the laws are certainly different than in your home state and you may wonder how to handle the process.

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DUI vs. DWI in Pennsylvania: What’s the Difference?

Convictions, Criminal Law, DUI, DWIBy Justin PanighettiNovember 15, 2021

Pennsylvania law only uses the term DUI. Learn how the three BAC tiers work, first-offense penalties, what happens if you refuse a test, ignition interlock, and ARD.

Out of State DUI Pennsylvania

Out-of-State DUI in Pennsylvania: What Non-Residents and PA Drivers Need to Know

Convictions, Criminal Law, DUI, DWIBy Justin PanighettiOctober 11, 2021

Charged with a DUI in Pennsylvania but live in New York, Ohio, or another state? Or a PA driver charged elsewhere? How your license, court dates, and ARD work.

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Pennsylvania Sobriety Checkpoint

Convictions, Criminal Law, DUI, DWIBy Justin PanighettiSeptember 1, 2021

Pennsylvania often increases its sobriety checkpoints at certain points of each year. They do this during seasons when there tends to be more drivers on the road like summer. If you aren’t careful, you can easily get caught driving under the influence through any of these checkpoints.

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Underage Drinking Citation

Convictions, Criminal Law, DUI, DWI, Misdemeanor, Summary DispositionsBy Justin PanighettiJune 16, 2021

The majority of young individuals don’t realize the impact that an underage drinking citation in Pennsylvania can have on them. While summary offenses are not on the same level as felony or misdemeanor charges, repeat convictions can prove to be problematic in the future.

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Can You Go to Court for a DUI Without a Lawyer in Pennsylvania?

Convictions, Criminal Law, DUI, DWIBy Justin PanighettiJune 10, 2021

You can represent yourself on a DUI in Pennsylvania, but it is risky. What a lawyer does, whether you need one for a first offense, and your options if you cannot afford one.

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