Police officers across the country, including Pennsylvania, will be watching the road like hawks this weekend and on into September as the "Over the Limit - Under Arrest" campaign kicks in. If you're planning a night out on the town, plan accordingly and be aware that officers will be looking to make stops.

The campaign runs from August 20 to September 6, cutting through Labor Day weekend and beyond. The second tier slogan, "Cops are cracking down," certainly makes the point for cautious driving.

Even if you are driving responsibly, it is possible you could be pulled over as part of a random check. During a three hour timespan in Springettsbury last weekend, police officers made more than 30 DUI stops. We covered the story earlier this week in our post on DUI checkpoints.

While the police rarely reveal more than the timespan that DUI checkpoints will fall into, it seems safe to assume that they will run late. The checkpoint in Springettsbury ran from 11:50 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., focusing on those individuals staying out until bar close.

If you are pulled over, remain calm. There are several things to consider if you are charged.

  • Did the arresting officer have reasonable suspicion to pull you over?
  • Was the field sobriety test properly administered?
  • Was there probable cause to give you the breath or blood test?
  • Finally, was the breathalyzer properly calibrated and used correctly? This is a major problem with many BAC tests.

If you are charged with a DUI, no matter where you are in the country, strongly consider seeking the guidance of a DUI attorney.

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