Criminal defense

DUI Defense in Pennsylvania

A DUI arrest does not have to mean a conviction. At Dutko & Chwiecko Trial Attorneys, we have defended hundreds of DUI cases across Berks, Lehigh, and Schuylkill counties — and we know how to challenge the evidence against you.

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Former ADA on Your Side

Attorney Chwiecko led the Berks County DA's DUI unit as an Assistant District Attorney. He knows exactly how prosecutors build DUI cases — and where those cases can be beaten.

30+ Years of DUI Defense

Attorney Conville has focused on DUI defense for over three decades, defending clients from first-offense misdemeanors to felony DUI charges with prior convictions.

Challenge Every Element

From the traffic stop to the breath or blood test, we scrutinize every step of the process for constitutional violations, procedural errors, and faulty science.

DUI Charges We Defend

First-Offense DUI

Even a first DUI carries license suspension, fines, and potential jail time. We work to minimize consequences and explore ARD eligibility for qualified clients.

Second & Third Offense DUI

Repeat DUI charges carry mandatory minimum sentences. We examine every prior conviction and the current charges for grounds to challenge or reduce the case.

High BAC / Tier 3 DUI

Pennsylvania's tiered DUI system imposes harsher penalties at higher BAC levels. We challenge the accuracy and admissibility of breath and blood test results.

DUI with Controlled Substances

Drug DUI charges often rely on blood tests and officer observations. We challenge the testing methodology, chain of custody, and the officer's qualifications.

Felony DUI

A third DUI within ten years is a felony in Pennsylvania. We fight felony DUI charges aggressively to protect your freedom and your record.

DUI Causing Injury or Death

These charges carry severe penalties including significant prison time. We provide an experienced, thorough defense from investigation through trial.

Underage DUI

Pennsylvania's zero-tolerance law applies to drivers under 21. We work to protect young clients from consequences that could affect their entire future.

CDL / Commercial Driver DUI

A DUI can end a commercial driver's career. We understand the federal and state regulations that apply and fight to protect your livelihood.

Why DUI Defense Requires a Specialist

Pennsylvania DUI law is complex. The tiered penalty structure, mandatory minimums, ARD eligibility rules, and ignition interlock requirements all depend on the specific facts of your case. A general practitioner may not know how to navigate all of these issues effectively.

Attorney Chwiecko spent three years as a Berks County ADA, including leading the DUI prosecution unit. He has seen DUI cases from both sides of the courtroom and knows precisely what the prosecution needs to prove — and where their evidence can be challenged.

Attorney Conville has dedicated more than 30 years to criminal defense with a particular focus on DUI. Together, our team brings a depth of DUI-specific experience that few firms in eastern Pennsylvania can match.

Arrested for DUI? Call Us Tonight.

The decisions you make in the hours and days after a DUI arrest can affect the outcome of your case. Contact us now for a confidential consultation.

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