Pennsylvania First Offense DUI

Justin J. McShane, Esq.
Attorney Justin J. McShane specializes in Pennsylvania First Offense DUI.
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Being accused of a First Offense DUI in Pennsylvania can be a nerve-wracking experience. You likely have a number of questions about possible DUI penalties:

  • Will I go to jail?
  • Will I lose my license?
  • How much will my fines be?
  • Will I have to attend traffic school?
  • Will my insurance rates go up?
  • Will it be on my record?

Thinking about the penalties of a First Offense DUI can be scary. But it doesn’t have to be that way. If you find yourself accused of a First Offense DUI in Pennsylvania, the experienced DUI lawyers at The McShane Firm can help to minimize or eliminate the charges against you. Our professionally aggressive attorneys are skilled in all aspects of Pennsylvania DUI law, and have extensive DUI training and certification – in some cases higher than most Pennsylvania police officers.

Contact The McShane Firm today for your free initial DUI consultation. Our attorneys are available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week to explain all of your First Offense DUI concerns, including the following:

Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)

In Pennsylvania, the BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) in a first offense DUI determines the severity of penalties. As of 2004, the State of Pennsylvania defines BAC in three levels:

  • General Impairment: 0.08% to 0.099%
  • High BAC: 0.10% to 0.159%
  • Highest BAC: 0.16% and up
Will I lose my license?
We will do everything in our power to prevent it, but the honest answer is Maybe. With a First Offense DUI conviction in Pennsylvania, you could face license suspension ranging from 2 months to a full year. An experienced DUI lawyer from The McShane Firm can help minimize or eliminate the risk of losing your license and your freedom.
How much will my fines be?
If convicted – a lot. Typical fines for a First Offense DUI conviction range from $300 to $5,000, depending on your BAC. When facing fines that high, you might question the added expense of a DUI lawyer. Consider this: given the potential of high court fines, traffic school fees, and insurance increases that come with a DUI conviction – not to mention the fact that, if convicted, a DUI conviction remains on your record forever for everyone to see – can you really afford NOT to hire an experienced DUI lawyer?
Will I have to attend traffic school?
If convicted – yes. Regardless of BAC level, all First Offense DUI convictions require mandatory Alcohol Highway Safety School attendance. These classes – paid for out of your own pocket – can severely cut into the time you spend at work or with your family. Let the aggressive attorneys of The McShane Firm fight your DUI case to help save your time and money.
Will my insurance rates go up?
If convicted – absolutely. If convicted of a DUI, you will almost certainly see a raise in your auto insurances rates. A first offense DUI conviction can typically triple your monthly payments, or cause your insurance company to drop you all together. Don’t risk losing your right to drive. Call the McShane Firm today.

Why You Need The Best

First Offense DUI in Pennsylvania is a serious matter. Your money, your license, and your very freedom are on the line. Contact The McShane Firm today and put the knowledge, training, and experience of Pennsylvania’s most highly-qualified DUI lawyers to work for you. We fight!

This article is for informational purposes only. It neither constitutes nor implies an official legal opinion on behalf of The McShane Firm, LLC, nor any attorney-client relationship of any kind. The McShane Firm strongly urges seeking professional counsel before acting upon any information contained herein.

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Testimonials

Justin McShane is an outstanding defense attorney with a wonderful, helpful staff. He knows both the legal and scientific aspects of defending DUI cases. He is the top DUI defense attorney in the state of Pennsylvania. I highly recommend Justin.

- Attorney Alfred Staubus

You have always been honest, that is so important. Also your hard work – you never leave loose ends. You know your job and do it at the highest level. You are all winners. Thank you for giving your all!

- SL – Harrisburg, Indecent Assault dismissed

I am a single mother and because of work could not spend enough time watching over my son. Unfortunately, he became involved with gangs and out himself in a very bad position. One of his friends was involved in a homicide and my son was being charged as well.

My sister recommended Justin McShane and we decided to have him represent us. He worked really hard and was very prepared. He cross-examined every witness and in the end my son was acquitted of all of the felony counts and left with a misdemeanor.

When I took my son to Mr. McShane’s office to thank him, he went out of his way to talk to my son about his involvement in gangs. He explained how serious these charges were and that if he continued in that way he could get into a lot of trouble. It looks like my son took that to heart because he has been staying at home more and we’ve been talking about getting him back into school.

Thanks Justin. You’re not only a good lawyer but a good man with a golden heart.

- TW, Harrisburg (Criminal)

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43,000
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204
Of those, members of the Pennsylvania Association Criminal Defense Lawyers (PACDL)
101
Of those, members of National College for DUI Defense
13
(of which we are 4)
Of those, who received training as Instructors in Standard Field Sobriety Testing as recognized by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
5
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Of those, who are a Certified Breath Alcohol Test Technician as recognized by the Department of Transportation
5
(of which we are 4)
Of those, who received training in Drugs that Impair Driving (Drug Recognition Expert training) as recognized by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
5
(of which we are 4)
Of those, who is certified as a Phlebotomist (drawing and analysis of blood samples)
2
(of which Attorney McShane is one)
Of those, who is a 2-time graduate and case presenter at the National Forensic Blood and Urine Seminar?
1 – Attorney McShane

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