DUI Lawyer in Franklin County.

A DUI charge in Franklin County, PA carries serious license consequences, mandatory minimum jail, and a record that follows you for life. We defend every tier of Pennsylvania DUI for Franklin County drivers.

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Why Franklin County DUI cases are different.

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Court & jurisdiction

All Franklin County DUI cases are processed through a local MDJ for the preliminary hearing, then the Franklin County Courthouse at 157 Lincoln Way E Chambersburg PA 17201 for ARD or Common Pleas. Our firm appears in every Franklin County MDJ office and in Chambersburg Common Pleas on a regular basis.

Reaching us from Franklin County

Our office is in Camp Hill — well-positioned to serve Franklin County clients. Virtually every client are within a short drive.

3425 Simpson Ferry Rd, Suite 100, Camp Hill, PA 17011

Every tier of Franklin County DUI — defended.

General Impairment First-tier DUI (BAC .08–.099) under §3802(a) — frequently ARD-eligible on a first offense.

High BAC Second-tier DUI (BAC .10–.159) — 48 hours minimum jail, 12-month suspension on first offense.

Highest BAC Third-tier DUI (BAC .16+), refusals, and controlled-substance cases — 72 hours minimum jail.

Refusal Cases Implied-consent suspensions defended separately from the criminal DUI.

Underage DUI Section 3802(e) — protecting academic, scholarship, and licensing futures.

CDL & Commercial Protecting commercial licenses from federal disqualification.

We also handle ARD admission for first-time Franklin County offenders, license-suspension appeals through PennDOT, ignition-interlock issues, and probation violations. See our full DUI defense overview at pennsylvaniadui.attorney/dui and the Act 58 of 2025 explainer at pennsylvaniadui.attorney/ard-act-58 for how a prior ARD can now count as a prior offense.

Frequently asked questions.

Common questions about DUI charges in Franklin County, PA — courts, ARD eligibility, license suspensions, and what to do after an arrest.

Do all Franklin County DUI cases go to Chambersburg? Yes — the preliminary hearing is at the MDJ office covering the arrest location, but every DUI is bound over to the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas at Franklin County Courthouse in Chambersburg for ARD, plea, or trial.

How does Franklin County's ARD program work? ARD (Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition) is a first-offender diversion program. Successful completion results in dismissal and expungement. Eligibility depends on your prior record, BAC tier, and the District Attorney's criteria in Franklin County. We can assess your eligibility in a free consultation.

What are the penalties for a first-offense DUI in Pennsylvania? Penalties depend on your BAC tier. General Impairment (.08–.099): typically ARD-eligible, no jail. High BAC (.10–.159): 48-hour minimum, 12-month suspension. Highest BAC (.16+) or refusal: 72-hour minimum, 12–18 month suspension, ignition interlock.

Am I eligible for ARD on a first DUI? Possibly. Pennsylvania's Act 58 of 2025 changed the ARD lookback rules — a prior ARD from more than 10 years ago may now count as a prior offense for ARD eligibility purposes. Attorney Quinlan will review your full history before making any eligibility assessment.

What happens if I refused the breathalyzer or blood test? Refusal triggers a civil license suspension through PennDOT — separate from the criminal DUI penalties — and the prosecution can use your refusal against you at trial. The criminal charge and the civil suspension need to be defended simultaneously.

How much does a DUI lawyer cost? Attorney Quinlan offer flat-fee representation for most Franklin County DUI cases. Fees are discussed during your free consultation — no surprises.

The sooner we talk, the more we can do.

Every hour matters in a DUI or criminal case. Call directly and speak with Attorney Quinlan — not an intake desk.

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