Under Pennsylvania law, what is the minimum license suspension for a first DUI offense that involves a controlled substance or a BAC of 0.16% or more (the top tier)?

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Pennsylvania scales DUI penalties to the driver's BAC. A first offense in the top tier, or one involving a controlled substance, means at least 12 months without a license, while many first offenders in the lowest tier face no required suspension and may enter the ARD program instead.

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Topic: Alcohol and drugs   License: Car permit

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