Driving Stoned: Marijuana DUI Laws
Across the country, more and more states are legalizing marijuana, either for medical use or even recreational purposes. Currently, cannabis is illegal for recreational use in Pennsylvania, but possession of small amounts is decriminalized in several largest cities, including Pittsburgh….
5 Things That Can Make a Pittsburgh DUI Worse
A DUI can make your life very difficult. It may be weeks or even months until you can drive again, and you may be facing large fines and even jail time. The defense attorneys at our law firm have taken…
Common Mistakes Other DUI Lawyers Make
If you’ve been charged with DUI in Pittsburgh, you are probably facing the daunting task of hiring a DUI lawyer. These can be complicated cases that involve going to court, dealing with police officers, PennDOT hearings, and trying to keep…
Pitt Develops THC Breathalyzer – More Marijuana DUIs are Coming
A handheld breathalyzer device that can detect THC has been developed at the University of Pittsburgh. While the device is not yet ready for mass production, it could be coming within a few months. This means the police will soon…
What to Do If Your Child Has Been Charged with a DUI in PA
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, alcohol is a factor in more than one third of fatal crashes involving 16 to 20 year olds. In an effort to reduce this heavy toll, Pennsylvania has instituted a zero tolerance…
Factors that Cause DUI False Positives
Breathalyzer devices are powerful pieces of technology that help law enforcement keep our roads safe. However, many people don’t realize that they aren’t infallible. Just because the breathalyzer device says that your BAC is over the legal limit doesn’t mean…
New Bill to Toughen Pennsylvania Repeat Offender DUI Laws
Up to this point, you would not be charged with a felony if you were convicted of a DUI in Pennsylvania. Legislation recently voted on by the Pennsylvania state Congress will change that. A bill that received final votes from…
Pittsburgh’s Mayor Believes PA Marijuana Legalization Is Inevitable
Full marijuana legalization in PA could soon be a reality. After the Commonwealth authorized the use of cannabis for medical purposes in 2016, more and more legislators are warming up to the idea for legalizing the sale and use of…
What to Expect If You’re Charged with a DUI
If you have recently been arrested and charged for DUI in Pennsylvania, you may be asking the question, “what can I expect to happen next?” In order to answer this question, let’s briefly review the first few steps of a…
Most Common DUI Myths
Getting pulled over for suspicion of DUI can be a startling experience. You may realize that you are facing serious legal troubles. You may know that you are not legally intoxicated and all the more determined to defend yourself against…
