What Can I Do To Save My License?

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What Can I Do To Save My License?

First and foremost, hire an experienced attorney. There are many factors to consider.
Request a hearing and request the officer's presence. It will give you a preview of a trial, a rarity in criminal cases. The officer who signed the affidavit and notice of hearing must show up and justify the revocation. Other officers may be subpoened.
Retest the sample. Testing errors may save your license.
Investigate the adequacy of the stop. The officer must have had a reasonable suspicion that a crime or traffic infraction was being committed.
Investigate the adequacy of the arrest and request for a test. The officer must have developed a reasonable belief that you were impaired by alcohol.
Check the times of events. Officers must perform the tests within certain guidelines.
Check the labeling of the sample. It must be identified as being yours.
Attend the motor vehicle hearing. Listen for fabrications and other errors.

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Q: What Happens After A Dui Arrest In Pennsylvania?
A: Preliminary Hearing: This is abolutely the most crucial hearing in your case. The preliminary hearing is not a trial. The principal function of a preliminary … More
Q: Will I Be Able To Get My Case Dismissed Because I Was Not Read My Rights?
A: Probably not. But if you were interrogated after being placed in custody, your statements cannot be used against you.
Q: Will I Go To Jail?
A: An experienced attorney may be able to keep you out.
Q: I Had Two Alcohol Offenses When I Was Younger. What Will Happen To My License If I Have A Third Conviction?
A: It depends on what the prior offenses were and how long ago they took place.
Q: I Have Three Serious Offenses Within Seven Years, What Will Become Of My License?
A: It will be automatically revoked for five years.
Q: How Many Hours Of Alcohol Classes Will I Have To Take?
A: Plan on at least 2448 hours, one two hour session per week. The higher your BAC, the more hours you will have to take.
Q: What Will Happen If I Do Not Complete The Classes Or Public Service Ordered By The Court?
A: You will go to jail.
Q: I Lost My Pennsylvania License. May I Obtain A License In Another State?
A: In most cases, no.
Q: If I Obtain An International Driver's License, May I Drive In Pennsylvania, Even Though My Pennsylvania License Is Revoked?
A: No
Q: What Are The Speed Limits In Pennsylvania?
A: Unless Otherwise Posted Absolute Interstate 65 mph Ltd Access Rds 55 mph Other Primary Rds 55 mph Residential 35 mph More

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