In Pennsylvania, drunk driving has various penalties depending on whether this is your first offense or a subsequent offense. The penalties range from a weekend in jail with a 12 month license suspension up to one year in prison for your third offense with an 18 month license suspension
If you have been arrested for DUI or Drunk Driving, please contact my office for a free consultation.
First time offenders might be eligible for a diverson program with no jail time and a 60 day or less license supension.
Your second, third or forth conviction within ten years can result in long mandatory jail sentences of 90 days to 5 years.
However, house arrest instead of jail can be arranged in many cases.
If your case goes to trial, than you need DUI- drunk driving defense lawyer Douglas N. Stern defending your case.
There are many issues and factors that the police and prosecutor need to prove in a court of law to convict you of drunking driving/DUI.
Aggressive trial tactics and numerous pre-trial motions are the key to winning your case.
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
TYPE OF CASES OUR FIRM HANDLES I handle many types of cases to bench and jury trials including DUI, Criminal and Traffic.
WE THINK YOU SHOULD HIRE US IF: You want a lawyer who will personally handle your file and will be available for consultation afternoons, evenings and weekends. I will fairly evaluate your case and determine the most favorable course. I will not hesitate to go to trial on your case; that decision, however, will ultimately be yours.
OUR FIRM IS NOT RIGHT FOR YOU IF: You are looking for a lawyer who will only tell you what you want to hear. I will work with you to honestly assess the facts of the case.
IF YOU WANT TO TELL OUR LAW FIRM ABOUT YOUR SITUATION YOU SHOULD: I personally communicate with you whenever possible. If I am in Court when you call, you can leave a message with my secretary or on my voicemail. I personally guarantee you will hear back from me in 24-hours, or less - most often, much less. My office phone is (215) 545-6300 or email at dougstern@aol.com
THE TYPICAL COST TO GET US TO START WORKING ON YOUR CASE IS: The cost varies depending on the allegation and facts of the case. A fee will be quoted at our initial consultation.
OUR CLIENTS WILL TELL YOU THAT: My level of experience, knowledge of the law, and personal familiarity with the judges, prosecutors, and system is a great advantage. In addition my personal and regular contact with clients, availability and involvement with every aspect of the case bring the most favorable results.
OUR PHILOSOPHY ON HOW WE APPROACH OUR CASES IS: Depending on the type of case I like to find out as much as I can about the facts of the case and talk to anyone who can help our defense. At that time we can discuss our options. The stronger our defense appears to the prosecutor, the better our chances are of getting a favorable result.
IF YOU WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR FIRM YOU SHOULD: During our free initial consultation I will answer any questions. Please call (215) 545-6300.
