The Charges Against You can Bring Stiffer Penalties

In Pennsylvania, the consequences of a DUI charge are already severe. Enhancements are penalties added to the base charges, depending on the circumstances of the arrest and associated events. Enhancements to the original DUI penalties may include:

• High blood alcohol content (BAC) — Pennsylvania has three levels of BAC penalties. The higher your BAC, the more stringent the penalties.
• Multiple DUI charges — If you have a repeat DUI charge within 10 years of your first, your penalties may be increased.
• Felony DUI with injury — If you were driving while intoxicated and caused an accident in which someone was hurt, it is a felony charge and the punishment will be enhanced.
• Aggravated assault while under the influence — More severe than a felony DUI, this charge is a second-degree felony and usually involves life-threatening injuries to the victim.
• Homicide while under the influence — This charge involves the unintentional death of the victim in an accident caused by drunk driving. There is a minimum three-year prison sentence for the death of each victim in the accident.

At Cherry DUI Law, our attorneys work diligently to protect your rights and obtain the best possible outcome for your case. We look for possible weaknesses in the prosecution’s evidence and for possible mistakes or misconduct by the arresting police officer.

Philadelphia DUI Sentence Enhancement Attorneys

We understand the impact any sentence can have on your life, whether you are accused of a basic DUI or are facing enhanced penalties. We have decades of experience in handling all of these charges as well as the knowledge and skill necessary to understand your situation and what options are available to you. We educate you on these options and strive to have the charges against you reduced or your case dismissed. If neither of these is possible, we have extensive trial experience and will bring your case before the court.

Contact Our Firm

To schedule your free initial consultation with a DUI enhancements defense lawyer in Philadelphia or Media, call us at 610-565-0300 or 215-675-2400 or contact us online.