Range Of Sentences and Fines in Pennsylvania Criminal and
DUI / DWI Cases
David M. Manilla is Pennsylvania’s only certified drunk driving defense lawyer and is a member of DrunkDrivingDefense.com, a national network of criminal defense attorneys devoted to protecting the rights of accused DUI / DWI drivers. David Manilla is nationally certified in forensic breath, blood, and urine testing, phlebotomy, and chemical analysis. David is also a nationally certified instructor on drug recognition and field sobriety tests.
Pennsylvania crimes carry a variety of repercussions, depending on whether the offense is charged as a summary offense, misdemeanor, or felony. The table below shows the maximum consequences allowed for various Pennsylvania criminal convictions.
| Type of Offense |
Maximum Sentence |
Maximum Fine |
| Summary |
90 days |
$300 |
| Misdemeanor – 1st degree |
Five years |
$10,000 |
| Misdemeanor – 2nd degree |
Two years |
$5,000 |
| Misdemeanor – 3rd degree |
One year |
$2,500 |
| Felony – 1st degree |
20 years |
$25,000 |
| Felony – 2nd degree |
10 years |
$25,000 |
| Felony – 3rd degree |
Seven years |
$15,000 |
Some Pennsylvania offenses carry sentencing enhancements. For example, using a firearm in the commission of a crime or selling drugs within 1,000 feet of a school carries additional repercussions if proven. To learn more about sentencing enhancements in Pennsylvania criminal charges, consult with an attorney.
David M. Manilla has defended countless drunk driving cases and can answer any questions about a Pennsylvania DUI / DWI charge. Contact him today at (610) 584-0364 or 1-877-PENN-DUI for a free consultation.
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