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What to know about the field sobriety test
There is no way around it; alcohol is part of being a college student. You will invariably be around others who are drinking at one point or another on your college journey, whether or not you partake in it. While this can be a safe, enjoyable practice, it can take a...
How much does a Pennsylvania DUI increase auto insurance rates?
Facing a Pennsylvania driving under the influence charge, and worried about how it might affect you if that charge winds up leading to a conviction? Ultimately, numerous factors, including whether you have ever had a DUI conviction in the past, are going to factor in...
Are field sobriety tests really accurate?
Pennsylvania drivers stopped by law enforcement officers and eventually suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol may commonly be asked to participate in a series of tests before their blood alcohol content is measured via any chemical means. These initial...
Can you get a DUI for sleeping it off in your car?
There are several reasons you might fall asleep in your car after a night of drinking in Pennsylvania. You may realize before you start your car that you are too impaired to drive. You may begin to drive, realize you are intoxicated, and so pull over to sleep it off....
Preparing for employment after your drug conviction
When you have been convicted of a drug-related crime in Pennsylvania, your future may be uncertain as you learn how your actions will impact your effort to maintain relationships, build trust in others and qualify for a job. At Decker Bradburn Attorneys at Law, we see...
Holidays see an increase in drunk driving
The winter months are typically packed full of holidays and special events, not to mention several weeks of time off school for college students. The chance to see family and friends, combined with free time, makes this a highly anticipated time of year. However, it...
DUI charges can be especially hard due to one’s reputation
When people are charged with DUI, they may be especially worried about the fallout of the case. Some drivers may not be very concerned about their reputation and how these charges will affect their life currently and in the future. For others, however, the...
Understanding Pennsylvania’s self-defense laws
Many in State College may choose to view a claim of self-defense in response to criminal accusations with a certain degree of skepticism. This likely comes from the assumption that if someone does indeed engage in a violent act (or even a fatal act) that there must...
What are the consequences of parole violations?
If you are a Pennsylvania resident convicted of a crime, you may serve a specific amount of time in prison and then return to society under the conditions of parole. While the exact nature of your parole may depend on the details of your case and conviction, there are...
Is it a myth that eyewitness testimony is solid evidence?
If you have been accused of committing a crime in Pennsylvania and there is an eyewitness who claims to have seen you commit the crime, you may be in serious distress. While in the past law enforcement officials and prosecutors have heavily relied on eyewitnesses, the...
