Pennsylvania DUI
Pennsylvania has updated their DUI laws recently, making a clear understanding of the state's laws regarding driving under influence necessary. One good thing to know is that Pennsylvania is an implied consent state, which means that by possession of the Pennsylvania driver's license, you have already agreed to submit blood, breath, or urine for tests.
What constitutes a Pennsylvania DUI offense?
The legal limit for alcohol concentration in the body for Pennsylvania is .08 percent. Failure to pass the chemical test will subject the offender to license suspension. The implied consent law of the state also allows for mandatory license suspension in case the offender refuses to submit to a chemical test to determine alcohol levels. Suspension may last up to one year, while refusal to take the test will result in 3 days of jail time with the offender allowed to file an appeal regarding license suspension within a 30-day time frame.
What are the penalties for a Pennsylvania DUI offense?
A Pennsylvania DUI charge results in an administrative case, as well as a criminal case. Both charges come with strict penalties for both first-time and subsequent offenders. Depending on the facts of the case, a first-time offender may be required to pay a minimum of 300 dollars. Penalties also come in the form of probations with a minimum time period of six months. Punishments are given depending on the results of the test for blood alcohol concentration (BAC) and the number of times an offender has been arrested for the particular offense. Seeking assistance from a reputable Pennsylvania DUI lawyer is recommended.
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