Strictly speaking, any attorney with an active Pennsylvania license can handle a criminal case in our state. However, merely possessing a license to practice does not give an attorney real-world experience in the complicated world of criminal defense. Those charged with crimes deserve to have their rights protected by a lawyer who focuses on criminal cases day in and day out. Have You Been Charged With a Crime? I am Montgomery County criminal defense attorney Theodore H. Swan, Jr., and I have protected the rights of the accused in southeastern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years. I help people fight all types of misdemeanor and felony charges, ranging from traffic offenses to DUI to drug crimes and assault. I am a former prosecutor, which allows me to understand how the state might approach a given case. With that insight, I am able to create sound defenses against the state’s arguments in an effort to shield clients from life-altering sentences. I am here to defend you against any criminal charge you face. You can call my Abington office for a free consultation at (267) 415-6130 or reach me via email. Fight Drunk Driving Charges Even if This Is a Second or Third Offense Much of my work involves defending people accused of drunk driving, which is one of the most common types of criminal offenses in Montgomery and Bucks counties. Whether this is your first offense or you have a DUI in your past, I am here to help. Do not plead guilty without consulting me first. There is often a valid defense against these charges, but a guilty plea eliminates your chance to use it. Obtain Compensation for Injuries Caused by Someone Else’s Neglect or Inattention In addition to my criminal practice, I handle a variety of personal injury claims on behalf of those who have been harmed by others. My clients in this area include those injured in car accidents, motorcycle accidents and other motor vehicle crashes. I also handle slip-and-fall cases and other accident scenarios. I am proud to help injured people obtain the compensation they need to move forward with their lives. My Approach? Is Honestly and Diligently Working for You My Abington firm is built on a few simple ideas: honesty, communication, client service and determination. When you visit me, I will give you an honest opinion about your case so you can know what you’re facing. If you choose me to take the case, I will put my full energy and effort into obtaining a positive result. Along the way I will keep you informed and be available to answer any questions you have. Contact Me for a Free Consultation. I Have Been Getting Results Since 1971. Experience does matter. Put my 40-plus years of knowledge on your side by calling (267) 415-6130 or by emailing my law firm to schedule a free consultation. I will respond promptly. My office is located one block south of Abington Hospital at 1150 Old York Road, Abington, PA 19001. I represent clients in Bucks County and Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.
DUI ATTORNEY IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA If you have been arrested for drunk driving, seek legal advice immediately. Your license and freedom are at stake. If you act quickly, there may be a chance to save your driving privileges and protect your future. Contact me, Montgomery County DUI lawyer Theodore H. Swan, Jr. I have been successfully defending people against DUI charges in Pennsylvania for more than 40 years. From my office in Abington, I represent clients throughout Montgomery County, Bucks County and the Philadelphia area. I invite you to read my DUI case results to see a few examples of the positive outcomes I have achieved for past clients. Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs Can Affect All Parts of Your Life DUI charges will be filed against drivers over age 21 whose blood alcohol content (BAC) is .08 or higher. For drivers under 21, the threshold is only .02, a very small amount of alcohol. Drunk driving in Pennsylvania can be referred to in a number of ways: DUI: Driving under the influence DWI: Driving while impaired DAI: Driving after imbibing OUI: Operating under the influence Whatever the label, drunk driving is an offense that carries significant penalties. Heavy fines and extended jail terms are possible in some cases, particularly if you have another DUI in your past, classifying you as a repeat offender. Penalties increase if you were driving with a minor in your vehicle and/or if your intoxication level was extremely high and may prevent you from being considered for ARD. Driving Under the Influence of Drugs Driving under the influence of drugs is the same legal statute as driving under the influence of alcohol. Even if you had only one drink, if you have other medications in your system that together impaired your ability to drive, you could face DWI or DUI charges. It does not matter whether it’s a controlled substance, like marijuana, or a valid prescription drug. I Will Personally Handle Your Case From Start to Finish When you contact me for your drinking and driving charge, you get an experienced lawyer handling your case, not a paralegal or associate. I personally handle every aspect of your defense. From examining field sobriety and breath test results to questioning whether the traffic stop was legal, I will look for opportunities to use any defense that may be available.