Legal Question in DUI Law in Pennsylvania
Who is responsible for a passenger Riding in motor vehicle intoxicated
Asked on 12/27/11, 6:38 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Duffy
Duffy Law, LLC
Is it only the passenger that is intoxicated, but the driver is sober? Responsible in what manner - while driving, after they exit the vehicle? I'm afraid your question is too vague to offer a direct response, but generally if the passenger is intoxicated a sober driver would not be at risk of a DUI charge based on the passenger's intoxication. In fact, the law generally encourages intoxicated individuals to not drive, and instead rely on sober individuals to transport them when necessary.
Answered on 12/27/11, 7:20 am