Defending against Public Drunkenness Charges in Pennsylvania

Under Pennsylvania Law, Public Drunkenness is a Summary Offense. This means that it comes with a maximum of ninety days in jail and a fine. Jail time is rare, but possible on a Public Drunkenness charge. The maximum fine for a first offense is $500, but it jumps to a maximum of $1,000 for each subsequent offense. The judge sets the fine upon conviction.

If you have been charged with Public Drunkenness, don’t leave your defense to chance. Call the criminal defense team at Cornerstone Law Firm and speak with one of our attorneys today.