Doylestown Pennsylvania DUI Lawyers McNamara, Bolla, Williams & Pavzer
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(215) 345-8888
Doylestown Pennsylvania DUI Lawyer
Law Office of McNamara, Bolla, Williams & Pavzer 116 East Court Street Doylestown, PA 18901
Doylestown Pennsylvania DUI Lawyers McNamara, Bolla, Williams & Panzer
The Law Firm was founded in 1974 and has continued in practice in Doylestown ever since. The firm conducts a busy general practice, including real estate, municipal law, plaintiff’s personal injury, civil and criminal litigation, estates and wills, worker’s compensation and domestic law. Members of the firm have held key positions in local and statewide public affairs and have acted as local counsel in Bucks County for companies and firms from throughout the United States, as well as serving as Solicitor to municipalities and governmental agencies.
What Happens To DUI Offenders in Pennsylvania?
There are now three levels of DUI in the state of Pennsylvania. The DUI laws of Pennsylvania create a higher set of penalties for those having higher BAC levels. It allows for treatment at all levels, and requires alcohol highway safety school for all first and second time offender
The 3 Levels are:
General Impairment (.08 to .099% BAC)
High BAC (.10 to .159% BAC)
Highest BAC (.16% and higher)
Note: Under the DUI law minors, commercial drivers, school vehicle or bus drivers, and offenders involved in an accident that injures someone or causes property damage may be subject to the high BAC penalties even if their BAC is not in the high category. Offenders who refuse breath or chemical testing may be subject to the highest BAC penalties.
The following show the penalties for each of the BAC level:
Level One (Undetermined BAC, .08 to .099% BAC)
No prior DUI offenses
Upgraded Misdemeanor
Up to 6 months probation
$300 fine
Alcohol highway safety school
Treatment when ordered
With 1 prior DUI offense
Upgraded Misdemeanor
12 month license suspension
5 days to 6 months jail time
$300 to $2,500 fine
Alcohol highway safety school
Treatment when ordered
1 year ignition interlock
2 or more prior DUI offenses
2nd degree misdemeanor
12 month license suspension
10 days to 2 years prison
$500 to $5,000 fine
treatment when ordered
1 year ignition interlock
High BAC penalties (.10 to .159% BAC)
No prior DUI offenses
Upgraded misdemeanor
12 month license suspension
48 hours to 6 months prison
$500 to $5,000 fine
Alcohol highway safety school
Treatment when ordered
1 prior DUI offense
Upgraded misdemeanor
12 month suspension
30 days to 6 months prison
$750 to $5,000 fine
Alcohol highway safety school
Treatment when ordered
1 year ignition interlock
2 or more prior DUI offenses
1st degree misdemeanor
18 month license suspension
90 days to 5 years prison
$1,500 to $10,000 fine
Treatment when ordered
1 year ignition interlock
3 or more prior DUI offenses
1st degree misdemeanor
18 month license suspension
1 to 5 years prison
$1,500 to $10,000 fine
Treatment when ordered
1 year ignition interlock
High BAC penalties (.10 to .159% BAC)
No prior DUI offenses
Ungraded misdemeanor
12 month license suspension
48 hours to 6 months prison
$500 to $5,000 fine
Alcohol highway safety school
Treatment when ordered
1 prior DUI offense
Ungraded misdemeanor
12 month suspension
30 days to 6 months prison
$750 to $5,000 fine
Alcohol highway safety school
Treatment when ordered
1 year ignition interlock
2 or more prior DUI offenses
1st degree misdemeanor
18 month license suspension
90 days to 5 years prison
$1,500 to $10,000 fine
Treatment when ordered
1 year ignition interlock
3 or more prior DUI offenses
1st degree misdemeanor
18 month license suspension
1 to 5 years prison
$1,500 to $10,000 fine
Treatment when ordered
1 year ignition interlock
The following outlines specific components of the law.
Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) Requires courts to impose suspensions for BAC ARDs based on the following BAC ranges:
Less than .10% - no suspension,
.10% to less than .16 - 30 day suspension, or
.16% and above - 60 day suspension
License Suspensions
Suspensions will be imposed as follows:
BAC below .10% and incapable of safe driving:
No suspension for first offense if the driver meets certain criteria;
12 month license suspension for second or subsequent offense.
BAC greater than or equal to .10% and less than .16%:
12 month license suspension for first and second offense.
18 month suspension for third or subsequent offense.
BAC greater than or equal to .16%:
12 month license suspension for first offense.
18 month suspension for second or subsequent offense.
Out-of-state DUI convictions:
No suspension for first offense; 12 month license
suspension for second or subsequent offense.
Other Areas of Practice:
Business Associations: We provide assistance for all types of business entities, including sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations and limited liability companies. Our services include the preparation of all appropriate formation documents and agreements.
Commercial Litigation: When a legal dispute arises concerning a business transaction or contract, we provide legal representation to resolve the dispute, including representation in all court proceedings (litigation) when necessary.
Criminal Defense: Our Attorneys can provide competent legal assistance to both individuals and corporations through the investigation, trial and appeal portion of any criminal matter.
Family Law: We provide competent and experienced representation in connection with divorces, support matters, custody, and prenuptial agreements.
Personal Injury: Our firm represents individuals who have been seriously injured in auto accidents, slip & falls, medical malpractice or through other negligence. We represent the individual through negotiation, settlement and trial. Personal injury cases are taken on a contingency fee basis with no upfront cost to the individual.
Real Estate: We offer a wide range of real estate experience including representation in residential and commercial real estate transactions, planned acquisition and/or development, zoning and land use matters.
Wills & Trusts/Estate Planning: We assist Clients in the preparation of Wills and Trusts to protect assets. Estate planning makes certain that assets and property are preserved and correctly managed.
Workers Compensation: We assist Clients in all aspects of Workers’ Compensation litigation, negotiation, and advice, including pre-litigation advice and consultation, settlement negotiation, litigation before Workers’ Compensation Judges, appellate practice including representing Clients before the Workers’ Compensation Appeal Board and Commonwealth Court.
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) 345-8888 or email at kjwilliams@mbwplaw.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) 345-8888.
