Author Archives: David R. Eshelman
CDL Violations and Disqualification
If you are a professional driver, your commercial drivers license (CDL) is very important to you. It is more than just a license; it is your livelihood and your ability to provide for yourself and your family. For you, losing your license is often equivalent to losing your job. Commercial drivers face a number of […]
What to Expect During a DUI Arrest
The last several years have seen a national crackdown on drunk driving. And Pennsylvania is no exception. State police and local police departments have stepped up efforts to catch drunk drivers, including strategic use of DUI checkpoints. Officers at DUI checkpoints briefly interview drivers passing through and detain those who appear intoxicated. Whether police detain […]
Capital Crimes in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is among 33 jurisdictions in the United States, including the federal government, that still imposes the death penalty upon some criminal offenders. In fact, as of April 2011, Pennsylvania had 216 inmates on death row, the fourth highest number of inmates on death row—behind only California, Florida, and Texas. In Pennsylvania, the death penalty […]
What Defense Attorneys Do Outside the Courtroom
Theodore Roosevelt once said, “Speak softly, but carry a big stick.” What he meant was that reputation is important. This applies perfectly in the context of criminal defense, where a defense lawyer’s reputation for competence and zealousness in the courtroom can often go a long way toward keeping his or her clients out of court. […]
Drunk Driving Penalties in PA
Pennsylvania, like many other states, bases DUI penalties in part upon how intoxicated a person is at the time of the offense. Penalties may also vary based on the number of previous offenses. Many people have the misconception that you do not get jail time for your first DUI offense. This can be true if […]
What Happens After Arrest
Criminal process in Berks County Arrest on criminal charges might be a surprise following a traffic stop, or result from an ongoing investigation. For the accused, understanding the road ahead is important when facing criminal charges in Berks County. Contacting a criminal defense law firm upon arrest is critical. Reputable defense lawyers are available 24 […]
Pennsylvania and the Point System
Understanding license suspension To encourage safe driving habits and deter moving violations, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) maintains a record for each driver licensed in the state. Commonly called the point system[H1] , marks are added to that record if a driver is cited for moving violations. Accumulation of excessive points results in graduated […]
Drunk Driving in Pennsylvania
Numbers count In over 1,000 collisions investigated by Pennsylvania State Police over the recent Thanksgiving holiday, ten people lost their lives and 326 people were injured. Four of those fatalities and 103 collisions were alcohol-related. In terms of arrests, in 2009, state troopers issued over 400 citations for driving under the influence (DUI) during the […]
Facing Criminal Charges in Pennsylvania
Steps to take when arrested in Berks County Arrest in Berks County or anywhere in Pennsylvania means legal trouble, and that means contacting an attorney as soon as possible. Protecting you and your rights is the job of an experienced defense lawyer. If arrested, retaining an attorney focused solely on criminal defense is essential. If […]
