In news that will surely grab the attention of PA DUI lawyers, a woman faced PA DUI charges early this morning after she allegedly crashed her car into a utility pole in the neighborhood of Drexel Hill near Township Line and Dermond roads at around 4:00 in the morning. The Delaware County Daily Times reports that Ms. Erin Scanlon, 28, was charged with driving while under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance and reckless driving.
Ms. Scanlon allegedly was following another vehicle very closely when she went into the left lane of the Township Line and swerved into a pole. The car, a Toyota, then hit the pole and flipped onto its side. Shortly after that, both the pole and car were set on fire. The accident and fire caused a large traffic jam that took a few hours to clear. She was the only occupant in the vehicle.
Fortunately, the accident and fire did not hurt or injure anyone. The Delaware County Daily Times quotes police Superintendent Michael Chitwood as saying, "Initially she was trapped and was able to get herself out of the car. She's lucky she didn't kill anybody."
While Erin Scanlon refused any medical treatment, she was taken to a hospital for a blood sample in order to test for alcohol and drugs. She will likely need the help of a Pennsylvania DUI attorney for this case. In the state of Pennsylvania, there is an implied consent law.
Implied consent means that drivers must submit to some sort of chemical testing in order to test for alcohol or drugs. Some forms of chemical testing are blood draws, urine samples, etc. If a driver refuses, they can face some sort of penalty such as driver's license suspension.
One key thing PA DUI lawyers will tell you is that a driver can refuse the test. However, the driver will face penalties for refusal. Typically though, a Pennsylvania DUI attorney can advise a driver which is the best option for them, but it is important that drivers know their own rights.
If you are unsure of your rights, you may want to speak with a Pennsylvania DUI attorney.
Related Resources:
- Comparing State DUI Laws (FindLaw)
- Defenses to Drunk Driving (FindLaw)
- Browse PA DUI Lawyers (FindLaw)
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