Vicodin Drunk Driving Arrest Attorneys Pennsylvania
A very commonly prescribed opiate based painkiller is Vicodin. Vicodin is the brand name of the generic drug hydrocodone. If you are caught driving after taking Vicodin you can be arrested for DUI EVEN IF IT IS LEGALLY PRESCRIBED. Despite the warnings from the prescribing physician, as well as on the pill bottle, that taking the medicine and operating a motor vehicle can lead to impaired driving ability people still do it. Taking Vicodin and driving is unsafe and can lead to being arrested for DUI in Delaware. If you are facing Vicodin DUI charges in Delaware you should call an experienced New Castle County Delaware Vicodin DWI Attorney.
Contact our Pennsylvania Vicodin DUI Defense Attorneys to discuss your case. You can click here to reach our Hydrocodone DUI Defense Attorneys. Our Philadelphia, PA Vicodin DUI lawyers have many years experience defending those accused of DUI, illegal prescription drug possession and other drug crimes in PA. As your Pittsburgh Vicodin DUI lawyers they will do everything in his power to protect your rights, your future and your reputation. Serving all of Pennsylvania: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Allentown, Reading, Easton, York, Erie, Lancaster, Upper Darby, Bethel Park.
What Is Vicodin
Hydrocodone/paracetamol, also known as hydrocodone/acetaminophen or hydrocodone/APAP is sold under the trade name Vicodin and Norco among others. Vicodin is the combination of an opioid pain medication, hydrocodone, with paracetamol (acetaminophen). It is used as a prescription drug to relieve moderate to severe pain. It exists in tablet, elixir, and solution in various strengths for oral administration. Vicodin is incredibly addictive and is easy to overdose on whether taken medically or recreationally.
Penalties For Vicodin & Hydrocodone DUI Conviction In PA
A DUI conviction in Pennsylvania can & will disrupt your life now and in the future. this is true even if it is a first offense. Once convicted you will face heavy fines, fees, increased insurance premiums and a loss of driving privileges.
If you were found with illegally obtained, black market or internet purchased Vicodin in the car at the time of the DUI arrest you will face additional charges related to the drugs such as drug possession and illegally obtained prescription medications. The penalties for these charges can be significantly more severe than the DUI charges and can involve fines, fees, community service and jail time.
Signs Of Driving Under The Influence Of Vicodin
There are several signs that can indicate that you were possibly driving under the influence of Vicodin. They are:
Finding Vicodin in vehicle
Erratic driving behaviors
Drowsiness
Raspy speech
Being Disoriented
Constricted pupils
Impaired cognitive function
Impaired motor skills
Contact Our Pennsylvania Vicodin DUI Defense Lawyers
You should immediately connect with our Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Vicodin DUI Lawyers to discuss your case. Or, you can contact our Erie, Pennsylvania Hydrocodone DUI Defense Attorneys. You need an experienced and aggressive defense attorney who truly has your best interest in mind. Let our PA Vicodin DUI lawyers put their experience, knowledge and resources to work for you.
Our Norristown, Pennsylvania Vicodin DUI attorneys also routinely defends non-Delaware residents who have been charged with DUI, drugged driving, traffic violations and drug crimes in surrounding states such as New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Ohio. New York, Maryland, Washington D.C. and Virginia.