In Commonwealth v. Goslin, the court concluded: Contrary to the trial court's conclusion, the “other lawful purpose” language does not restrict the defense provided in Section 912(c). Instead, the phrase does just the opposite: it expands the defense to include any additional or different lawful...
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Does an ARD count as a prior offense?
The statute does say that an ARD which was granted within 10 years of the date of the current offense counts as a prior offense to enhance mandatory minimums and maximum penalties in a subsequent DUI conviction.However, The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania has granted review in Commonwealth v. Rich...
Can I be arrested for DUI when I'm "sleeping it off"?
The Commonwealth needs more than just being in a car sleeping to prove operation. If you admitted to driving there, you're done. Plead the fifth and get arrested. You have a chance then.
Police high speed chases
Police can be liable for unwarranted high speed chases.
Understanding the Consequences of Driving While Suspended Due to a DUI in Pennsylvania
The law of driving while suspended for DUI