Getting arrested and charged with driving under the influence in Pennsylvania can be a nerve-wracking time in your life. Anyone worried about what their next steps might be would likely benefit from consulting with an experienced Pennsylvania DUI lawyer on the options they have available for their case.

The reason most people should seek out a DUI attorney is that each individual case will have a completely different set of facts, circumstances, available evidence and options that present themselves. Differing personalities in terms of which judge is presiding or which prosecutor is handling the case can also affect the options available given past experiences with these individuals.

All that said, there are only a few general plea options when facing DUI charges.

• Guilty

Although there are always notable exceptions, a no-strings-attached guilty plea is typically not a good route to take for someone facing a DUI charge. There are often facts of the case to consider that can strengthen your chances at avoiding the full extent of the charges.… Read More