How Prior DUI Convictions Affect Pennsylvania Sentencing
Understanding the weight of a prior DUI in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania treats DUI offenses seriously, and the penalties grow with each new conviction. If you are facing a DUI charge and have a prior conviction on your record, the stakes are significantly higher. The law in Pennsylvania uses a tiered system that considers both your blood alcohol content (BAC) at the time of arrest and your prior DUI history. This article explains how prior convictions affect sentencing and wha