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...
Year: 2019
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...
What have been the effects of consolidating the state police barracks?
Centre County recently underwent a consolidation of its state police barracks. According to the Centre Daily Times, two previous state police stations, one in Rockview and one in Philipsburg, became one station. The county now has only one state police location, which...
What is intermediate punishment?
It is never easy to go into a courtroom and have a judge or jury decide your fate. However, you should be aware that going to jail is not the only possible outcome. There are alternative punishments that could allow you to maintain your freedom while also learning...