Berks County, Pennsylvania DWI Attorney

The term for drinking and driving in Pennsylvania is called driving under the influence or DUI. It can also be referred to as driving while intoxicated or DWI. In either case, drunk driving is a serious offense with potentially life changing consequences.

Hiring a qualified defense attorney can make a difference in the outcome of your case, and Berks County, Pennsylvania DWI Attorney Rich Emhof offers the experience and legal expertise to help you win your case. He will challenge the prosecutor's case and file motions for suppression of evidence. He will question the legality of the initial traffic stop, interview witnesses, analyze police reports for errors and review equipment maintenance records. The goal is to make the prosecutor prove every point beyond a reasonable doubt, thus increasing the chances of getting the charges against you reduced or even dismissed.

To learn more, contact Reading DWI Lawyer Rich Emhof by calling (610) 429-0705 or filling out the form to the left. The initial consultation is absolutely free and with no obligation. Time is very important when fighting a DUI/DWI case, so call now.

Penalties for PA DWI

A first time drunk driving offender could face fines, a jail term, loss of driver's license, court fees, loss of auto insurance and community service. In some cases the courts may even impose installation of an ignition interlock device and mandatory alcohol rehabilitation.

Pennsylvania DUI/DWI laws set three levels of penalties that increase in severity with the level of blood alcohol content or BAC. Even a small change in the BAC can mean the difference between jail and freedom, making the hiring of an attorney even more important.

Berks County DWI Attorney Rich Emhof will use his experience and skills as a criminal defense lawyer to argue legal points to win your case. Even in the worst-case scenario you still have rights, and Rich Emhof will protect them in court.

A conviction for drunk driving in Berks County would result in a criminal arrest record, which would greatly affect your employment and travel opportunities. Employers are increasing the use of background checks before hiring and Canada is using better file sharing with the US to deny entry to anyone with a criminal record.

Help protect your rights and your future by contacting Reading Pennsylvania DWI Attorney Rich Emhof immediately.

About DWI Attorney Rich Emhof

Berks County DWI Lawyer Rich Emhof started his practice with the belief that everyone accused of drunk driving should have access to an aggressive defense at a reasonable fee. He can help you with all aspects of a DWI case, from petitioning for a driver's license suspension appeal to seeking expungement of a criminal record.

Rich Emhof received an undergraduate degree from Penn State and a law degree at the Villanova University School of Law. He served as Chester County assistant public defender before establishing his own law practice. He is a member in good standing with the Pennsylvania Bar and a member of the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

For a free review of your case, call Reading Pennsylvania DWI Lawyer Rich Emhof at (610) 429-0705 or simply fill out the consultation request form to the left. Call now and find out if your case can be reduced or dismissed.

Berks County Pennsylvania DWI Lawyer Rich Emhof serves the entire county, including Birdsboro, Boyertown, Fleetwood, Hamburg, Kutztown, Laureldale, Mohnton, Reading, St. Lawrence, Shillington, Womelsdorf and Wyomissing, Pennsylvania.

Law Offices of Richard J. Emhof
600 West Germantown Pike, Suite 400
Across from Plymouth Mtg. Mall
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462

116 South High Street
West Chester, PA 19382

222 South Manoa Road
Havertown, PA 19083

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