When we have children we then change the way we think, and ultimately live our lives. We begin to look at things from more than one retrospect in order to take every possibility into our mind so that are children are safe in any and every way that could possibly exist. We change from our fun loving, care free times to that of analyzing everything and hoping that are children stay safe every second that they are out of our sight. However, can we always count on the fact that even when they are in our sight they are safe?
Today, more and more driving while under the influence cases are dealing with child endangerment. Many parents are not only disregarding not only their safety, but also that of their own children. Although, many children do not get hurt and just wear the scars emotionally of seeing their parent drink and drive, some children are not so lucky and sustain minor to serious injuries that have resulted in the death of innocent children.
Recently, a man was arrested for drinking and driving in Pennsylvania. However, law enforcement officials were shocked to see that the man not only had passengers, but that they were children. Pennsylvania, unlike most states, does not provide special penalties, which make the punishment of DUI laws for individuals that have minors present in the car with them at the time of the crime harsher. So in stating the facts, individuals that have a child present with them while drinking and driving faces the same punishment as an individual who does not have a child in the car.
Children a vital part of our presence and future and without a proper example of laws being enacted and participated in with a positive manner, who knows what our state, and country will look in the future.
However, these drivers do not get off so easy. Pennsylvania does charge individuals with the crime titled endangerment of a child, which can range from drunk driving, to not taking proper care of them, to simply ignoring their needs altogether. The crime is considered a class 3 felony, which can easily land an individual in prison for up to 7 years.
When you have been charged with a criminal offense, you want an experienced defense lawyer protecting your rights every step of the way. I am attorney Michael V. Worgul, and from my offices in Pittsburgh, I have dedicated my entire career to criminal defense. Having handled over 1,000 cases, I know what to expect in court and I am not afraid of a challenge. To start your case call 1-855-DUI-CRIM today!
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