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If one of your DUI conditions 11 years ago was to get a CRN and you didn't, you probably don't have a drivers license. You need to get it done. You... Read Answer
Practicing in Pgh. we have the county laboratory. The state police have a state lab, the last I checked. There is a serious discrepancy here due to... Read Answer
The first (best) thing to do is to go on the PennDOT website and request a "license restoration requirement" letter; it's free. They will tell you... Read Answer
Someone who's ARD is revoked in the counties I practice in generally does not go straight to jail unless perhaps by agreement (meaning the person... Read Answer
It would involve researching exactly what needs to be done and making some phone calls, but yes, you can be helped.
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The easiest answer is that you need to find a new attorney. That being said, if you qualify, you can get a public defender. If not, you should find... Read Answer
I don't know the particulars of your case, but generally, I would have to say disorderly conduct.
You definitely want the lawyer in PA because you have to fight the case in PA. A lawyer from ID can't help you do that as is most likely not... Read Answer
They have to bring you to trial in 180 days when you are on bond. Defense continuances extend this time period.
If the damage to the other car exceeds your limits then you could concievably be found liable for the difference, but since he is 19 years old they... Read Answer
You have no choice in PA as to what test is given. If the arresting authority had no breathylizer machine, what are the police to do? Let him go?... Read Answer
Hire an attorney and fight the case. If the vehicle is still in the driveway,without running and he was not attempting to drive, he could beat it at... Read Answer
It's not law. Many judges will, however, dismiss if the officer has asked for too many continuances. You can make a motion for dismissal. It's always... Read Answer
I presume he is in custody in New Jersey now? He needs to be as cooperative with the authorities as possible and NOT fight extradition to... Read Answer
If they have a case against you, since you are under .01 you should receive no license suspension.
Called that skilled attorney and ask for help.
Is this a gun permit? You can apply but they may see the arrest record and flag it. You will know when they can deny you. If you get ARD you may be... Read Answer
If the cop recognized you and in fact knew you had a suspension, which happens more than you think, he has probable cause to pull you over.
You are not eligible for drug court. if your county offers DUI court for 4th timers you may be eligible. You need to speak with an attorney that... Read Answer
If you got ARD for the first one, this second DUI would only count as a first.
I would tentatively say that yes, you have a viable defense. The crime of DUI in Pennsylvania is not a specific intent crime, meaning that you don't... Read Answer
If you knew he had no license, there is a summary charge for letting someone drive your car whom you know is unlicensed. if you let him drive your... Read Answer
You need to hire a DUI specialist, and do it soon because you have only 10 days to save your license.
Unless there is a crime for letting someone who is obviously drunk, drive your car, I think you are ok. if there is such as statute and you are... Read Answer
this is the kind of situation that if a lawyer knows all the facts, he may be able to get the sentence lowered. in Allegheny County, that sentences... Read Answer