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VerifiedIt's a misdemeanor under Pennsylvania law. If it's a first or second offense, it's a 3rd degree misdemeanor punishable by 6 to 12 months in jail and a fine of up to $2,500. If it's a third offense, it's a 2nd degree misdemeanor punishable by 1 to 2 years and a fine of up to $5,000. If it's a fourth or subsequent offense, it is a 1st degree misdemeanor punishable by 2.5 to 5 years and a fine of up to $10,000.
It is possible, however, that all or part of that time could be suspended subject to rules of probation.
It is possible, however, that all or part of that time could be suspended subject to rules of probation.
Yes, they can use the out of state convictions as prior convictions pursuant to Pennsylvania Code Title 204 Section 303.8. ("An out-of-state, federal or foreign conviction or adjudication of delinquency is scored as a conviction for the current equivalent Pennsylvania offense.")
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