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What is a DUI / DWI?
What's the difference between "drunk driving" and a DUI?
What is driving under the influence?
What is a DUI offense?
How drunk do I have to be to be charged and convicted of a DUI?
What are the signs of a drink driver?
How do police officers determine if a driver is under the influence?
What are field sobriety tests?
What are blood alcohol tests?
Is there a national drunk driving standard?
What should I do if I'm stopped by the police?
What do police officers look for during a traffic stop?
Can I refuse to take a blood alcohol test?
Can I choose which chemical test to take?
Do I have the right to talk to an attorney?
Should I admit to drinking?
Does an officer have to read me my rights before asking me any questions?
What is "per se"?
Should I talk to a lawyer?
Successfully defending against a DUI charge?
What are my chances of plea bargaining for a lesser offense?
What are Miranda Rights?
What is implied consent?
Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) Levels
Probable cause
Can I get an independent blood test?
Repeat offenders
How much will it cost to fight a DUI / DWI?
Booked on DUI charges
Entering a Plea
Can I represent myself?
What are the chances of winning in court?
What evidence is typically presented?
What penalties do first time offenders face?
What penalties are handed down for repeat offenders?
Consequences of a DUI / DWI conviction
License Suspensions
DUI Treatment and Evaluation
What is ignition interlock?
Avoiding a DUI / DWI
Pennsylvania's ACT 24
What is the Driver's License Compact?
Pennsylvania's Ignition Interlock Law
What is an Occupational Limited License?
Pennsylvania Point System
 
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What is a DUI or DWI?

Welcome to OptimusLaw's DUI & DWI Help Center

What is a DUI or DWI?

DUI is the abbreviation for the the legal concept of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.  Some states use the abbreviation DWI or driving while intoxicated.  Other states use OUI or operating under the influence.

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This information is generic and may or may not apply to this particular city, county, state or your individual circumstances. State laws vary and are continuously changing. This information does not necessarily reflect the laws in Pennsylvania.  It is not intended to be a source of legal advice or a substitute for qualified legal counsel.  Your access to and use of this web site is subject to additional terms and conditions found in our Terms of Use.  Please read it now.

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The Pennsylvania DUI / DWI Help Center is provided for your general information only.Important Notice - The Pennsylvania DUI / DWI Help Center is provided for your general information only.  This information is generic.  It is compiled from the laws of several states and may or may not apply to your particular city, county, state or individual circumstances. State laws vary and are continuously changing. This information does not necessarily reflect the laws in Pennsylvania.  It is not intended to be a source of legal advice or a substitute for qualified legal counsel.  Your access to and use of this web site is subject to additional terms and conditions found in our Terms of Use.  Please read it now.

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