Attorney John B. Carlson

Attorney John B. Carlson Since 1995, Attorney John B. Carlson has been practicing law in Erie County and surrounding areas.

Sitting in the driver's seat with keys in reach may be enough for a DUI charge in Pennsylvania.
05/22/2026

Sitting in the driver's seat with keys in reach may be enough for a DUI charge in Pennsylvania.

Sleeping in a vehicle does not rule out charges.

The consequences of a test refusal go beyond a simple ticket.
04/27/2026

The consequences of a test refusal go beyond a simple ticket.

Roadside rules in Pennsylvania.

3 ways a DUI can disrupt a routine
03/26/2026

3 ways a DUI can disrupt a routine

How one moment can echo through daily life

What are the penalties for tampering with an ignition interlock device in Pennsylvania?
02/16/2026

What are the penalties for tampering with an ignition interlock device in Pennsylvania?

6 forms of tampering.

Not all DUI arrests lead to conviction. There are factors that can shift outcomes.
01/22/2026

Not all DUI arrests lead to conviction. There are factors that can shift outcomes.

When is a reduction possible?

An open container makes it easier for police to justify sobriety tests.
12/16/2025

An open container makes it easier for police to justify sobriety tests.

Precautions to consider in Pennsylvania.

What factors affect the impact of a DUI?
11/18/2025

What factors affect the impact of a DUI?

Not all charges look the same.

Even "minor" car accidents can cause 'hidden injuries" that may not show up for hours or days.
10/27/2025

Even "minor" car accidents can cause 'hidden injuries" that may not show up for hours or days.

Seeking medical care is crucial.

DUI cases aren't always clear-cut with some mistakes in procedures that can weaken charges.
09/25/2025

DUI cases aren't always clear-cut with some mistakes in procedures that can weaken charges.

Challenging DUIs: Know the errors.

A DUI in a personal vehicle can end a commercial driving career—permanently.
08/15/2025

A DUI in a personal vehicle can end a commercial driving career—permanently.

What if it's only a first DUI offense?

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821 State Street
Erie, PA
16501

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