Pennsylvania DUI Third Offense

It is absolutely imperative for your well being to hire an experienced and qualified DUI defense attorney if you are facing your third DUI offense. Two DUI convictions in the state of Pennsylvania have probably already severely altered your life—don’t let a third one take away any more of your freedoms! By contacting us, you are ensuring your rights are protected and leaving your case in the hands of highly trained professionals.

There are two components to a DUI case that the state looks at when considering how severe your case is. The first is how high your blood alcohol content was and the second is how many prior DUI offenses are on your record. Obviously, the higher either of these numbers are the more severe the penalties will be. But in any case, a DUI defense attorney can help. Perhaps the police officer forgot to read you your Miranda rights. Or maybe they did not have probable cause to stop you in the first place. Don’t let two prior DUI convictions stop you from hiring an experienced attorney. Remember, you have not been convicted of a third one yet!

Examining the penalties for a third DUI offense

If your BAC was in the range of .08% to under .10% and you’re convicted, you’ll spend at least 10 days in jail. The fine will be between $500 and $5,000. In addition to a 12-month license suspension, you’ll also be required to install an ignition interlock system in your vehicle(s) for one year. You’ll receive a CRN evaluation and drug and alcohol treatment.

A BAC of over .10% but less than .16% will result in a 90-day minimum jail sentence. The fine increases to a range of $1500 to $10000. You’ll again receive an18-month license suspension and must install an ignition interlock system in your vehicle(s) for one year. You’ll receive a CRN evaluation and drug and alcohol treatment.

If your BAC was over .16%, you’ll have a minimum jail sentence of one year. The minimum fine is $2500 and you’ll face an 18-month license suspension and a one-year ignition interlock penalty. Drug and alcohol treatment will be mandatory and you should comply with the CRN evaluation.