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It's possible that NJ has stiffer requirements than PA does on such matters. That being said, lean heavily on your probation officer--he/she can be... Read Answer
IN my county, house arrest is a possibility. However, you have to go over all of the facts with an attorney to really learn all of you options. You... Read Answer
Don't know what the traffic violation was for so cannot comment on that. The new DUI will be either house arrest/alternative housing or jail and ... Read Answer
I can't really follow your question, you should probably get your driver's record from PennDOT and review it with a lawyer. Generally, you need to... Read Answer
You won't be required to plead guilty at your preliminary arraignment or preliminary hearing. Generally they always charge 2 or 3 counts of DUI, ... Read Answer
Probably. Date of conviction to date of new arrest. If you make 10 years, you can get ARD. If less than 10 years, no ARD.
Yes, you should have been able to.
That being said, the field sobriety only helps the officer determine if probable Cause exists, then off... Read Answer
Without knowing more it is hard to give you a specific answer. However, it sure sounds like you will be arrested for DUI by summons (mail). Do not... Read Answer
Potentially, you could be charged via summons (by mail) with a leaving the scene of and accident (titled damage to unattended vehicles or property)... Read Answer
I think you have a defense given those facts and not knowing anything else. This may not prevent the police and DA from filing but it is a trial... Read Answer
Your DA will probably consolidate them if your attorney does not. Assuming you have no defense for the new one. I cannot guess if your DA offers an... Read Answer
It is very possible you may be charged with DUI. Do not discuss the case with the police and see a lawyer. I have had people in a very similar ... Read Answer
No way, if she does she will be subject to a driver's license suspension. Plead not guilty and talk to a lawyer.
Ask your probation officer of the county that has you on probation.
If you did not get ARD for your DUI, you have a criminal record for a conviction of DUI, a misdemeanor. If you received ARD and your county did not... Read Answer
I think they just write it up as a refusal. The police have no time or obligation to make medical assessments during an arrest.
You should seek legal counsel. That being said, you could challenge the legality of the traffic stop. If that fails, you should negotiate with the DA... Read Answer
A citation is a summary offense and can be considered a technical violation of probation. technical violations of probation are not treated as... Read Answer
A first time DUI, even with a record, if not ARD eligible, should be a short jail sentence or house arrest. So your boyfriend's impression sounds... Read Answer
Sometimes. Write a letter to that attorney letting him know you no longer require his services and respectfully request a refund of any unused... Read Answer
I would contact a West Virginia lawyer; I don't know WV law.
Yes, you can indeed fire him. Check your retainer contract--it may say the retainer is non-refundable. Even so, ask him if he will give you a partial... Read Answer
Be sure to hire a good lawyer. The lawyer will use the Preliminary Hearing to determine whether the officer will testify that you actually... Read Answer
As long as you made no admissions, it is a case based on strong circumstantial evidence. Review all the police reports with a local criminal... Read Answer