Can DUI Charges be Dropped?

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The short answer is: “Yes, DUI charges can be dropped but absolutely do not try to do it yourself.

At The McShane Firm, we work hard to get the best possible outcome for your case.  This often includes trying to get your charges dropped.

Contacting the Trooper

If you retain The McShane Firm right after your arrest, we write a letter to the arresting officer informing them that we are representing you.  Troopers in the area know that we are fighters.  They see us in the courtroom all the time.  We have found that in certain cases, the trooper chose not to file charges.

Getting Charges Dropped at the Preliminary Hearing

Most lawyers will advise you to just waive your preliminary hearing.  Not at The McShane Firm.

It is in our DNA to fight.  We want to face the government at the preliminary hearing and challenge their evidence.  In the past, we have been successful at this which led to a number of our clients getting their charges dropped. 

What you should do (to save yourself):

Step one: Keep your cool. Keep your mouth shut. You may have the emotional reaction to explain your side of the story- but DON’T!

Don’t tell anyone about it. Keep it to yourself. Don’t try to explain it away. You will talk your way into worse trouble 100% of the time.  Don’t talk to the police or any government officials. Lawyer up.

Step two: Get your facts straight. Think about all of your history and what happened that night. Gather up any evidence, receipts and make notes of the details.

Step three: Call The McShane Firm at 717-657-3900. We will work together on a proactive plan to get you out of your jam.

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  • Our clients have the right to expect, we will be proactive in communication. You will hear it from us first. We will return all phone calls, texts and emails promptly.
  • Our clients have the right to expect plain speaking, straight shooting. No B. S.
  • Our clients have the right to expect us to do it right the first time, every time.
  • Our clients have the right to expect us to be on time and professionally prepared for all court appearances, and all meetings.
  • Our clients have the right to expect that they will be fully informed at all times.

This is our promise to you. Call today to get us on your side: (717) 657-3900.

PA DUI attorney Justin J. McShane is the President/CEO of The McShane Firm, LLC - Pennsylvania's top criminal law and DUI law firm. He is the highest rated DUI attorney in PA as rated by Avvo.com. Justin McShane is a double Board certified attorney. He is the first and so far the only Pennsylvania attorney to achieve American Bar Association recognized board certification in DUI defense from the National College for DUI Defense, Inc. He is also a Board Certified Criminal Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, a Pennsylvania Supreme Court Approved Agency.