Pittsburgh DUI Penalties Attorney

The legal limit for alcohol in the state of Pennsylvania is .08%. If your BAC level is found to be above this limit, you will be charged for DUI. The state of Pennsylvania separates BAC test results into three categories with corresponding punishments:

First Pennsylvania DUI Offense

Blood Alcohol Concentration .08-.099

Jail – 6 Months or Probation
Fine - $300
License Suspension – None

Blood Alcohol Concentration .10-.159

Jail – 2 Days up to 6 Months
Fine - $500-$5000
License Suspension – 12 Months

Blood Alcohol Concentration .16

Jail – 3 Days up to 6 Months
Fine - $1,000-$5,000
License Suspension – 12 Months
Limited Occupational License Possible After 60 Days
Ignition Interlock Device May be Required
Alcohol Highway Safety School Required

If this is you first DUI offense, it may be possible to be eligible for ARD, which is a second-chance program for first-time DUI offenders so that they do not have to face all of the consequences of a DUI conviction. Contact our office to speak with the Pittsburgh DUI Lawyer to see if you are eligible for this program.