Author Archives: David R. Eshelman
Pennsylvania Legislator Proposes New Habitual DUI Registry
A state lawmaker in Pennsylvania is pushing for a new measure that would create a brand-new registry of people considered “habitual” drunk drivers. One effect of the proposed new law would be that people listed on the registry would be unable to purchase alcohol anywhere in the state. State Rep. Thomas Caltagirone (D-Berks) is backing […]
Pennsylvania DUI Laws Among the Most Lenient in the US
A new study by WalletHub listed Pennsylvania as one of the most lenient states in the nation in terms of strictness of driving under the influence (DUI) laws. In analyzing and comparing DUI laws across all 50 states and the District of Columbia, the organization determined Pennsylvania ranks 49th out of 51. Some of the […]
Getting to Work After a DUI Conviction
One of the worst aspects of a conviction of driving under the influence (DUI) is that most often, you lose your driver’s license for some period of time. Not only does this limit your ability to get around and enjoy recreational activities, but it also severely impacts your ability to earn a living. In fact, […]
Is a Criminal Conviction the Final Word?
If you’ve been arrested for a crime, you likely know how confusing it can be. From the moment you are stopped until you receive your day in court, you are likely to experience a wide range of emotions. However, nothing is more frightening than the moment a judge or jury convicts you as guilty of […]
What You Need to Know About the Penalties for Embezzlement
Embezzlement is one of those crimes many people have heard of, but few really understand. It is a unique form of property theft that occurs when someone illegally takes money or property in a situation in which they were entrusted. This differs from garden-variety theft because embezzlement is dependent on a trusting relationship existing among […]
Prom Weekend Means More DUI Checkpoints in Pennsylvania
Going to prom is one of those experiences that almost every teenager looks forward to all year long. Unfortunately, for some minors, it’s also an invitation to illegally consume alcohol. Pennsylvania law enforcement officials are well aware of the fact that drinking alcohol can be a part of prom weekend, and so in recent years, […]
The Pros and Cons of ARD for Drunk Driving in Pennsylvania
If you have been arrested for drunk driving in Pennsylvania, there is a good chance you have heard about ARD. Short for Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition, it’s a program for first-time offenders facing charges of driving under the influence (DUI). It is meant to allow these offenders a chance to avoid jail time and allow them […]
Drunk Driving Arrests Trending Downward in NE Pennsylvania
As arrests for driving under the influence (DUI) continue to rise in Pennsylvania overall, one region is bucking the trend. In northeastern Pennsylvania, drunk driving arrests have been on the decline over the past five years. The seven-county region saw a drop of about 17 percent since 2010, when 4,701 people were arrested for the […]
SCOTUS Rules in Favor of Protection Against Traffic Stop Drug Searches
The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a ruling in favor of greater protection for citizens under the Fourth Amendment of the Constitution. In a 6-3 ruling, the justices ruled it was unconstitutional for officers to extend a routine traffic stop into a search for narcotics through the use of drug-sniffing dogs unless they have an […]
Lancaster County District Attorney Wants Tougher DUI Penalties
If the Lancaster County District Attorney has his way, the potential penalties for driving under the influence (DUI) could get much more stringent. The state’s DUI laws have not been updated in 10 years, and the DA is working on an effort to overhaul the system. Among DA Craig Stedman’s recommendations is a provision that […]
