Legal Question in DUI Law in Pennsylvania

Confused

My boyfriend was driving my car, I had been drinking, on a suspended license for a DUI when we were pulled over for expired registration. It seemed like a task force and after they realized we didn't have any weapons on us, the office acknowledged his suspended license told me to drive and then let us go. He issued us no warnings or citations. A week later my boyfriend received a letter stating that he will likely receive 30-90 days in jail.

My question is, is that possible since we received nothing at the time we were pulled over?

Thank you.


Asked on 10/31/08, 4:50 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Charles A. Pascal, Jr. Law Office of Charles A. Pascal, Jr.

Re: Confused

Yes, it's possible. A "Driving Under Suspension" charge is a summary citation, that can be mailed. If his license was suspended due to a prior DUI, then there is a mandatory 60-90 days in jail.

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Answered on 10/31/08, 4:55 pm
Daniel Cevallos Cevallos & Wong, LLP

Re: Confused

He can definitely be charged after the fact. You should have him talk to an attorney as soon as possible. We don't charge for a consultation.

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Answered on 10/31/08, 6:07 pm


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