The Doylestown law firm of Clemons Richter & Reiss, PC serves as legal counsel, advisor, and advocate to a broad spectrum of clients ranging from public and private corporations to governments, non-profit organizations, private entrepreneurs and domestic and foreign individuals and families. We have the resources, experience and judgment to handle the most challenging legal issues our clients may face. We are a boutique firm of six lawyers in continuous business for over 30 years. Our practice is based on integrity, hard work, selflessness, and a thorough understanding of our clients business and personal objectives. We have earned a reputation for constantly seeking innovative, efficient, and effective ways to help our clients achieve their goals. We measure our success not only by the positive results we achieve for our clients but also by the fact that most of our new clients are referred to us by satisfied existing clients. We treat our clients matters as if they were our own. We pride ourselves on our ability to deliver extraordinary legal services through a partnership dedicated to and founded upon the principles of professionalism, teamwork, integrity and discretion.
Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs (DUI) If you have been accused of Driving Under the Influence, you may be wondering what happens next. Pennsylvanias DUI laws are complex and constantly changing. Moreover, most DUI convictions involve mandatory incarceration. It is essential that you consult with an experienced attorney who can answer your important questions and guide you through the process to the best possible outcome. Clemons Richter & Reiss has a team of attorneys who have experience in effectively handling a DUI charge. Scott MacNair, former Senior District Attorney, and Daniel Keane, former Chief Deputy District Attorney, have handled thousands of cases that involve DUI charges and the traffic citations that often accompany DUI charges. As a courtesy to you, they have provided useful information below which may assist you in understanding the DUI law and potential consequences. Scott and Dan welcome the opportunity to use their collective experience to represent you. Please contact our firm at 215-348-1776 to schedule a free consultation during which we will discuss your DUI case. We will take the time necessary to explain the law, the possible penalties and your options. Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) If you are facing a first offense DUI charge, you may be eligible for the ARD program. The ARD program is an opportunity generally available to first time offenders. ARD conditions ordinarily include the completion of probation, highway safety school classes, community service, a brief drivers license suspension period and the payment of court costs. In most cases, the ARD program is a good alternative to proceeding to trial as it allows individuals to earn a dismissal of the DUI charge and a potential expungement of their case. Because the District Attorneys Office determines who is approved for ARD, it is important that you hire an attorney who is familiar with the ARD program and the criteria the District Attorneys Office uses to determine eligibility and approval. Obtaining approval for the ARD program may result in avoiding a period of incarceration, a lengthy drivers license suspension and a permanent record. Hiring an experienced criminal defense attorney will ensure that you are treated fairly. Consequences of a DUI Conviction In Pennsylvania, the consequences of a DUI conviction are determined by your Blood Alcohol Content and whether you have prior convictions for DUI. The consequences of a DUI conviction are listed below. You are welcome to contact Clemons Richter & Reiss for a free consultation if you would like to discuss your individual case and your options for minimizing or possibly eliminating these consequences.