DUI Process

An arrest for DUI in Pennsylvania can be an intimidating experience. It is well known that a DUI conviction can carry a mandatory jail sentence, fines, and a license suspension. There are however possible defenses as well as alternative dispositions that may allow an individual to avoid some, if not all of these penalties. A plan on how to proceed should be designed prior to the first court appearance. Therefore, it is imperative that if you have been arrested for DUI that you seek counsel immediately. Mr. List will navigate your case with confidence and efficiency, leading you to the most positive result possible under the circumstances.

Below is a chart reflecting the possible penalties for a Dui conviction

General Impairment
B.A.C. .08 to .099%
Incapable Safe Driving

First Offense
Ungraded Misdemeanor
6 month maximum
No License suspension
No Mandatory time
$300.00 fine

Second Offense
Ungraded Misdemeanor
6 month maximum
12 month suspension
5 Day Mandatory Minimum Sentence
$300.00 to $2,500.00 fine

Third Offense
Second Degree Misdemeanor
2 year maximum
12 month suspension
10 Day Mandatory Minimum Sentence
$500.00 to $5,000.00 fine

Fourth Offense
Same as Third

High Rate DUI B.A.C. .10 to .159%, or
Gen. Imp. With Accident

Ungraded Misdemeanor
6 month maximum
12 month suspension
2 Day Mandatory Minimum Sentence
$500.00 to $5,000.00 fine

Ungraded Misdemeanor
6 month maximum
12 month suspension
30 Day Mandatory Minimum Sentence
$750.00 to $5,000.00 fine

First Degree Misdemeanor
5 year maximum
18 month suspension
90 Day Mandatory Minimum Sentence
$1,500.00 to $10,000.00 fine

First Degree Misdemeanor
5 year maximum
18 month suspension
360 Day Mandatory Minimum Sentence
$1,50.00 to $10,000.00 fine

Highest Rate DUI
B.A.C. .16%+
Refusal to chemical test
Drug DUIs

Ungraded Misdemeanor
6 month maximum
12 month suspension
3 Day Mandatory Minimum Sentence
$1,000.00 to $5,000.00 fine

First Degree Misdemeanor
5 year maximum
18 month suspension
90 Day Mandatory Minimum Sentence
$1,500.00 + fine

First Degree Misdemeanor
5 year maximum
18 month suspension
360 Day Mandatory Minimum Sentence
$2,500.00 + fine

Same as Third

 

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