Charged with DUI in Pennsylvania? Paul Aaroe, the DUI GUY™, answers the most common questions: penalties, jail, license suspension, ARD, test refusals, and what to do next.
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A Fatal DUI Crash After ARD: How Act 58 Raised the Stakes in Pennsylvania
Under Pennsylvania's Act 58, a driver who completed ARD and is later charged with homicide by vehicle while DUI faces a first-degree felony and a mandatory minimum of at least five years for each victim.
Can a Stepparent or Ex-Partner Be Ordered to Pay Child Support in Pennsylvania?
Usually not. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court held in 2024 that a person who acted as a parent but has no legal custody is not a "parent" who owes child support. There are exceptions, and they turn on what the adult asked a court for.
Can I Sign My Will Online in Pennsylvania? Not Yet, and Two Other Estate Law Changes for 2026
No. As of November 2026 a Pennsylvania will must still be signed on paper, and the bill to allow electronic wills has not moved. A 2025 law did raise small-estate limits and change who inherits when there is no will and no family.
New Jersey DWI in 2026: The Alcotest 9510 Cases Are Moving Again, and Interlock Time Now Earns Credit
New Jersey DWI in 2026: The Alcotest 9510 Cases Are Moving Again, and Interlock Time Now Earns Credit
Had ARD Before? Pennsylvania's New "DUI Following Diversion" Charge Explained
Had ARD Before? Pennsylvania's New "DUI Following Diversion" Charge Explained
Are electronic wills legal in Pennsylvania?
Are electronic wills legal in Pennsylvania?
Your Probation Ended. Can You Still Be Violated? The Pennsylvania Supreme Court Says No
Your Probation Ended. Can You Still Be Violated? The Pennsylvania Supreme Court Says No
Can a Pennsylvania Judge Take Away Custody Time as Punishment? A New Lehigh County Appeal Says No
Can a Pennsylvania Judge Take Away Custody Time as Punishment? A New Lehigh County Appeal Says No
Can a Pennsylvania DUI Conviction Cause You to Lose Your Gun Rights? A Major Federal Court Decision Offers New Hope
M1 dui not a prohibition anymore.
Can AI Replace a Lawyer? The Risks of Representing Yourself in Court By Paul M. Aaroe, II, Esquire | Aaroe Law Offices, PC | the DUI GUY™
Can you use AI instead of hiring a lawyer? PA and NJ attorney Paul Aaroe explains the risks of self-representation and why trial experience matters.
Choosing the Best DUI Attorney for Your Case in Eastern Pennsylvania or New Jersey By Paul M. Aaroe, II • the DUI GUY™ • Aaroe Law Offices, PC
If you are searching for the best DUI attorney in eastern Pennsylvania or New Jersey, you probably want answers to two questions: Who understands what I am facing, and who has the experience to help me make the right decisions? At Aaroe Law Offices, PC, DUI defense draws on decades of practical ...
Pennsylvania § 1543(b): Why “Eligible for House Arrest” Is Not the Same as an RC Sentence. Judge can give you house arrest or work release and you won't get it if it isn't worded just right!
Am I going to jail for driving on a DUI suspension? Pennsylvania § 1543(b): Why “Eligible for House Arrest” Is Not the Same as an RC Sentence. Only a qualified DUI lawyer can keep you out of jail, especially if you have a medical marijuana card!
Probation violation does not always mean jail
If you have two technical violations, don’t get a third!
Is smell enough to warrant field sobriety?
Police need more to conduct DUI investigation then just the smell of marijuana alone.
Can police badgering invalidate a blood draw?
Is a refusal a refusal? Police can ask twice for your blood.
Refuse testing??
Refusals on first offenses in PA are not a good idea in our opinion.
Chemical test refusals in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania courts continue to uphold license suspensions for chemical-test refusals. Whether you actually refused testing and whether the police properly advised you of the consequences remain important issues that should be carefully reviewed by your attorney.
Pennsylvania DUI Death Cases: Homicide by Vehicle and When a DUI Fatality Can Become a Murder Charge
Aaroe Law Offices, PC defends DUI and serious criminal cases in Pennsylvania. If you or a family member is facing a DUI homicide investigation, call 610-559-7401 or email [email protected].
Why You Should Hire an Attorney for a First-Offense DUI in Pennsylvania
Charged with a first DUI in Pennsylvania? Learn why hiring an experienced DUI attorney can protect your license, record, ARD eligibility, and future. Call Aaroe Law Offices, PC.ss
Do I need a lawyer for a DUI?
Why You Need an Experienced DUI Attorney in Pennsylvania: Protecting Drivers in Carbon, Monroe, Northampton, Lehigh, and Bucks County A DUI arrest in Pennsylvania can change your life overnight. Many people charged with DUI have never been in trouble before. They are working professionals, paren...
Marijuana is Now Schedule III — Can I Buy a Gun in Pennsylvania?
Getting, or having, a medical marijuana card will still preclude you from purchasing a gun federally.
Does a Medical Marijuana Card Help in a Pennsylvania DUI Case?
Does a Medical Marijuana Card Help in a Pennsylvania DUI Case? If you have a medical marijuana card and are charged with DUI in Pennsylvania, one of the first questions you may have is: “Does having a card help my case?” The answer is yes—but it is not a complete defense by itself. It can, how...
Do ARD Dispositions Count as Prior Offenses in Pennsylvania DUI Cases? What the New Law Changes — and Whether It Fixes the Shifflet Problem By Paul Aaroe, The DUI GUY™ Aaroe Law Offices, PC — “Our family of lawyers, serving your family.”
Do ARD Dispositions Count as Prior Offenses in Pennsylvania DUI Cases? What the New Law Changes — and Whether It Fixes the Shifflet Problem - SHORT ANSWER- NOT OLD ONE'S AND PROBABLY NOT NEW ONES EITHER. By Paul Aaroe, The DUI GUY™ Aaroe Law Offices, PC — “Our family of lawyers, serving your family.”
What do I do if I have a bench warrant?
Mistakes happen. If you missed a court date and a bench warning issued, we can help!