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Edward F. Spreha Jr.

DUI and DWI Attorney at Harrisburg, PA

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  • Licensed for 26 years
    State PA
    Acquired 1996
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WAGNER & SPREHA, ESTABLISHED IN THE 1970'S, SERVES CLIENTS THROUGHOUT CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA.

Mr Spreha is admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the United States Middle District and the United States Supreme Court. He is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, the Cumberland County Bar Association and the Dauphin County Bar Association, where he has served on the Board of Directors and as the past-Chair of the Young Lawyers Division.  He is currently the Vice-President for the Dauphin County Bar Association.

He is a former Deputy District Attorney with the Dauphin County District Attorney’s Office where he served from 1997-2002 and headed that office’s DUI/ARD program.

Mr. Spreha, is active with the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (PaCDL) where he serves on their Board of Directors. He is a frequent lecturer for PaCDL speaking at their annual conference on Motor Vehicle Updates as well as planning bi-annual, full-day Motor Vehicle Seminars that have been presented in State College, Hershey and King of Prussia.

His knowledge of Motor Vehicle Law and Driving Under the Influence Law has resulted in his appointment as an instructor to provide continuing legal education to the Pennsylvania Minor Judiciary Education Board. This agency provides legal updates to the 600+ District Judges in Pennsylvania. Multiple times throughout the year, Mr. Spreha lectures to the District Judges during their annual training at the Pennsylvania Judicial Center in Harrisburg.

Mr. Spreha lectures multiple times a year for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute on the areas of Motor Vehicle Law and Driving Under the Influence Law. His appearances at these seminars are video-taped and presented across the state throughout the year.

He served on a Cumberland County Bar Association panel of lecturers along with representatives from the Cumberland County District Attorney’s office speaking to fellow attorneys on the topic of ARD in Cumberland County.

Mr. Spreha is the author of numerous seminar outlines on motor vehicle law and is the co-author of a Pennsylvania Law Weekly article on traffic stops in DUI cases titled "Did Your Client Cross the Line"

Mr. Spreha is a 1989 graduate of Bishop McDevitt High School, a 1993 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and 1996 graduate of Widener University School of Law in Harrisburg.

He and his wife Kelly reside in Lower Paxton Township with their two young children, Jackson and Camille.

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Posted by Justin | August 11, 2023
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The best
ED Has been there for me for years. I cannot even begin to express what a magnificent, lawyer and human being. This man is. If you want someone that is going to take your needs in the consideration that is going to care for you individually and at all times that is going to respond to your inquiries and that is going to make you feel safe and secure and your legal processes. This is your man he will take care of you with fair pricing with fair treatment. And more than likely you were going to get the outcome that you were looking for ed has never ever ever ever let me down. He’s gone above and beyond what I could possibly ever ask for and never broke my wallet. If you’re going to call anybody, you call this man I promise you will not be disappointed.
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Posted by Shane | March 8, 2018
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Former Client
Great attention to my case. Ed went above and beyond expectations to ensure a fair outcome. Highly recommended.
Posted by David | October 4, 2017
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Absolutely Amazing - Caring - Fast Working
Since my first phone call to meeting with Mr Spreha Jr. My experience has been amazing. He was informative and really helped to relax my family and my nerves. I would 100% recommend Mr. Spreha to anyone needing legal council.
Posted by anonymous | April 1, 2016
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The Best Lawyer For DUI
I notified Ed before I even received information from the court for my second DUI. He walked me through the different scenarios and all possible outcomes. Very nice, patient and sincerely willing to help and interested in all facts of the case. He knows the DUI law for PA better than anyone, and he knows what to look for and what questions to ask. Once I received my paperwork and went to pre trial hearing until the final court date, he was with me every step of the way. His reputation and interaction with judges, DA, Probation Officers, other lawyers, etc. told me that he is the best. It was a very fair price he charged me for his services. I recommend him highly to anyone seeking a lawyer to help defend themselves in a DUI case.
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Posted by Carol | October 2, 2014
Expert DUI Attorney
Expert DUI Attorney. Well versed in PA law. Advised what charges the Judge and DUI Court could impose depending on any other offenses. Very forthright & honest. Very pleased.
Posted by Ashley | November 14, 2013
Serving 10 years for a 5 year license suspension- Ed got me back to my original restoration date in weeks!
I was referred to Ed by attorney Jason Dunkle. My license was suspended in 2009 for a period of 5 years total. In August 2013, Penndot began my suspension. Leaving my restoration date at 11/2018. 10 year term for a 5 year suspension! I contacted Ed and within minutes he contacted me and told me his plan of action to resolve the matter. His price was to my amazement, as I have worked with several other attorneys previously, extremely low. Matter of fact, the cheapest I have ever hired a lawyer for. Today I was notified that my restoration date is back on track for 2014! I could not be happier with the service Ed provided me. Very prompt in response, even on weekends he would return my call in minutes. The whole matter was resolved in less than a month. I HIGHLY recommend Ed to anyone experiencing issues with your license.
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Posted by James | November 5, 2013
Genuinely cares
I first hired Ed to help me avoid a license suspension after I was given several traffic tickets. He was successfully able to negotite with the deputy and trooper and I only had to pay a small fine. Then, after having a bad break up with my ex the cops called and said tey wanted to talk to me. I immediately called Ed and he spoke with the chief and assured me that everything would be ok. Ed is a lawyer who.genuinely cares for his.clients and is available to them whenever...even on weekends!
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Posted by Carol Ann | October 25, 2013
Excellent Advice and Knowledge of DUI Law
Attorney Spreha Jr. has excellent knowledge about the DUI laws, sentencing, and provides valuable information in regard to these matters. I am confident that Attorney Spreha Jr. will handle my case with the utmost consideration and attention. His knowledge in this area of the law is undeniable.
Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2012
Former Client
Took the time to talk to me about all my options, and went the extra mile to find out what could be done in my traffic violation case.
Posted by anonymous | August 1, 2009
Professional and dependable
I used Ed for my second DUI. Had it reduced to traffic tickets only with no jail or license suspension. Reasonable fees too!
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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Partner
  • Wagner & Spreha
  • 2013 - Present
  • Partner
  • Mancke, Wagner and Spreha
  • 2002 - 2013
  • Deputy District Attorney
  • Dauphin County District Attorney's Office
  • 1997 - 2002

Education

  • Widener University School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1996
  • University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1993

Legal Cases

  • Commonwealth v. Myers
  • Not Guilty
  • Commonwealth v. Nelson
  • DUI charges dismissed
  • Commonwealth v. Laus
  • Acquitted/law ruled illegal

Associations

  • Pennsylvania Bar Association
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Board of Directors
  • N/A
  • Dauphin County Bar Association
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Dauphin County Bar Association
  • President
  • 2016 - 2016
  • Dauphin County Bar Association
  • Vice President
  • 2015 - 2015
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Distinguished
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2021
  • Distinguished
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2018
  • BV Distinguished
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2015
  • BV Distinguished
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2014
  • BV Distinguished
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2013
  • BV Distinguished
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2012
  • BV Distinguished
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2011
  • BV Distinguished
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2010
  • BV Distinguished
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2009
  • BV Distinguished
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2008
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Publications

  • Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (PACDL)
  • Act 30: It's Effect on License Suspensions and Ignition Interlock
  • 2018
  • Pa Law Weekly
  • Did your Client Cross the Line
  • 2003

Speaking Engagements

  • Pennsylvania Bar Institute
  • DUI & Motor Vehicle Update
  • 2018
  • Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • DUI Update
  • 2018
  • MJEB
  • DUI & Motor Vehicle Update
  • 2018
  • PBI
  • DUI & Motor Vehicle Update
  • 2017
  • PaCDL
  • DUI & Motor Vehicle Update
  • 2017
  • MJEB
  • DUI Update
  • 2017
  • MJEB
  • DUI & Motor Vehicle Law
  • 2016
  • Annual Update
  • DUI & Motor Vehicle Update
  • 2016
  • Motor Vehicle Seminar
  • DUI & Motor Vehicle Update
  • 2015
  • Motor Vehicle Seminar
  • DUI & Motor Vehicle Update
  • 2014
  • MJEB
  • DUI & Motor Vehicle Law
  • 2014
  • Annual Criminal Law Update
  • DUI Law
  • 2014
  • PaCDL/PDAA Annual Meeting
  • DUI & Motor Vehicle Law
  • 2013
  • MJEB
  • DUI & Motor Vehicle Law
  • 2013
  • Annual Criminal Law Update
  • DUI Law
  • 2013
  • Minor Judiciary Education Board
  • DUI & Motor Vehicle Law
  • 2012
  • Criminal Law 102: DUI and Driver's License Issues
  • DUI and Driver's License Issues
  • 2012
  • Blood, Beers and Gears: the Ultimate Motor Vehicle Seminar
  • DUI and Motor Vehicle Law
  • 2012
  • Annual Criminal Law Update
  • DUI Update
  • 2012
  • Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Motor Vehicle Law and DUI Update
  • 2011
  • PBI Criminal Law Update
  • DUI Update
  • 2011
  • PBI Criminal Law Symposium
  • Annual DUI Update
  • 2011
  • Minor Judiciary Education Board
  • Motor Vehicle Law and DUI Update
  • 2011
  • Expungements and the New AOPC Forms
  • Expungements of Criminal Records
  • 2011
  • Driving under the influence: Skills that win cases
  • Driving under the influence
  • 2011
  • Cumberland County ARD practice
  • DUI/ARD in Cumberland County
  • 2011
  • PBI Criminal Law Update
  • DUI Update
  • 2010
  • Pa Office of Chief Counsel - Continuing Education
  • Basics of Criminal Law
  • 2010
  • Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Motor Vehicle Law
  • 2009
  • PBI Criminal Law Update
  • DUI Update
  • 2009
  • PaCDL/PDAA Annual Meeting
  • Motor Vehicle Law and DUI Update
  • 2009
  • Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Motor Vehicle Law
  • 2007
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Attorney endorsements

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Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ed is an extremely skilled, creative, and passionate attorney, who zealously advocates for his clients. He has extensive experience and and is heavily involved in the community. Ed is also easy to get along with. I endorse this lawyer!"
Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney | Mar 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Spreha is a lawyer's lawyer. He is someone I call to brainstorm with about advanced motor vehicle defenses and state-of-the-art PA driver license suspension arguments."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Spreha is dedicated not only to the profession but also the community. He is a able and vigorous advocate for his clients who is able to negotiate plea deals no other other attorney can get. Furthermore, Attorney Spreha is a skilled litigator who excels in the courtroom."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Dec 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ed is a top-notch attorney and is recognized as such by his peers. He fights for his clients and genuinely cares for their well-being. He knows the law and works tirelessly to get the best possible outcome. I highly recommend Ed."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 25
Relationship: Friend
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Attorney Spreha for more than a decade. I have referred clients to Attorney Spreha due to his knowledge and the level of caring that he demonstrates for his clients."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jan 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Ed is a smart, thorough and prepared litigator. Very effective negotiator who represents his clients well."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Oct 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ed Spreha for over 12 years and he is professional and very well respected by the legal community."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Oct 19
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Jun 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ed is incredibly professional to clients, judges, and fellow attorneys and likewise respected by all. He has assisted me on a number of occassions as he has many other attorneys as well. His expertise in all areas of criminal defense, specifically DUI law and driving offenses, is top notch. Highly recommended and grateful to have learned from him."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Ed Spreha. He is well-respected in the community, by his peers, the courts and his clients. Besides being one of the nicest people I know, he is the first person refer to for criminal matters because I know he always does a superb job for his clients."
DUI and DWI Attorney | May 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Ed since law school. Although I was a couple of years ahead of him, we were on the same in-line hockey team. Ed was a big force on our team and since then he has become a big force in the criminal defense bar. If you are in trouble with the law, Ed is the kind of lawyer you want on your team."
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Ed Spreha for over 10 years. He possesses the highest degree of professionalism and legal acument. I have had cases where we have represented clients with mutual interests as well as cases where our clients are disputing their legal issues. Ed is an extraordinary individual whom the courts throughout south central PA respect. He is also an instructor of magisterial district judges statewide. Ed is a good man, friend and even better attorney!"
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