Can I be charged with a DWI if I’m not driving a car?

Yes, you can be charged with a DWI in Pennsylvania even if you are not driving a car. The Pennsylvania Vehicle Code states that anyone operating a motor vehicle, or in actual physical control of a motor vehicle, is guilty of DWI. This means that even if you were pulled over and the engine was not on, if you were sitting in the driver’s seat and had the keys to the vehicle nearby, you could still be charged with a DWI. Additionally, if you are found to be operating a motorized vehicle while under the influence, such as a boat or all-terrain vehicle, you can also be charged with a DWI. Pennsylvania statute also includes riding a bicycle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs in the same section of the Vehicle Code defining DWI. It is important to remember that in Pennsylvania, any amount of alcohol or drugs in your system while operating a motorized vehicle is enough to be charged with a DWI, so be mindful of the amount of alcohol you consume before getting behind the wheel.

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