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Biography
“I help my clients avoid license suspensions so they can maintain their livelihoods. Anyone with a serious traffic violation should be zealously represented. I have seen too many situations where a lawyer without experience inadvertently enters into a plea bargain on behalf of a client and the client ends up in the unemployment line because they lost their license.”
The loss of driving privileges can be devastating. David E. Hershey applies a keen understanding of licensing rules to protect drivers’ rights and help them keep their driver’s licenses and their livelihoods. Mr. Hershey has more than 23 years of experience in all areas of traffic law representation.
Since 1987, Mr. Hershey has handled in excess of 2,000 traffic cases in South Central Pennsylvania. Known throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as one of the foremost authorities on defending traffic and driver’s license cases, Mr. Hershey is the course planner and presenter of a continuing education seminar for Pennsylvania attorneys on driver licensing issues.
He teaches other lawyers about commercial driver license violations and how they differ from state to state. Mr. Hershey routinely represents clients in Penn DOT driver license suspension appeals before the Courts of Common Pleas and in Administrative Hearings before the Department of Transportation. Mr. Hershey’s experience includes jury trials with DUI and Homicide by Vehicle cases, as well as other types of criminal matters. He also handles overweight violations and registration violations for trucking companies and owner operators.
He is also a course instructor for the Minor Judiciary Education Board for the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, where he has taught the Vehicle Code to Magisterial District Judges throughout the state since 1998. Mr. Hershey has lectured and conducted seminars on DUI and driver licensing topics for numerous organizations and groups. A former Hearing Committee member of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court Disciplinary Board, Mr. Hershey is now available to represent other lawyers facing disciplinary action.
Mr. Hershey is a graduate of the University of Toledo (Ohio) School of Law and received his undergraduate degree from the Pennsylvania State University. He began his career as a Deputy District Attorney in Dauphin County, where he served as a special DUI prosecutor and gained experience in the nuances of traffic law. Mr. Hershey is a member of the Pennsylvania, Dauphin County and York County Bar Associations. He is also a member of the Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
70%
38 years | 2,000 cases
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
20%
38 years | 1,500 cases
Transportation
10%
38 years | 200 cases
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 40 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1985
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Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by anonymous | December 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Mr. W
Mr. Hershey was incredibly honest and conducted himself well while negotiating on my behalf. I was able to avoid a suspension which would have negatively impacted my ability to provide for my family.
Posted by anonymous | November 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Outstanding Legal Representation with Wisdom and Integrity
I was facing a challenging situation when I was arrested for DUI while on a visa in the US. The experience left me anxious about my immigration status on top of the legal implications. Of all the attorneys I consulted, Attorney Hershey stood apart in his ability to empathize and reassure me during a ...
Posted by Michael | October 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
David Hershey Review
David was quite clear about my options and got me the best arrangement possible by communicating with the DA. I got additional community service hours but did not lose my license.
Posted by anonymous | March 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Driving on a suspended while on a dui
Case got dropped down to just a fine instead of house arrest or possible jail time.
Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Please be careful
I am a healthcare professional with no prior record. I was charged with a DUI. It was my first offense. I went to my hearing in a suit and dress shoes and wore those dress shoes to Camp Hill for three days plus a one year license suspension. He gave me no indication that this would happen. What ...
David E. Hershey's Lawyer Endorsements
"Atty. Hershey's advocacy for his clients and his knowledge of criminal procedure in Pennsylvania are both extremely admirable. It is so important to find a criminal defense attorney who is both versed in the law and skilled in the courtroom; Atty. Hershey meets both qualifications with the highest degree of proficiency."
Michael Cherewka
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Aug 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known David for over 20 years and he is one of the best attorneys in the state in this field."
"I have worked both alongside Dave and across the aisle from him, and he is a tremendous lawyer. He courtroom skills are first class and he is well respected in the legal community. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Attorney Hershey. Attorney Hershey is experienced in all areas of DUI and traffic law. Attorney Hershey works to diligently protect his client’s rights - and helps his clients make informed decisions so they can move forward with their lives."
"I endorse Attorney Hershey. Attorney Hershey has more than 23 years of experience in all areas of traffic law. Attorney Hershey is known throughout Pennsylvania as one of the foremost authorities on defending traffic and driver’s license cases."
"David is an expert when dealing with any matter regarding PennDot. I have referred numerous clients to him and he has exceeded all of their expectations."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Hershey for more than a decade. He's an expert in DUI defense and drivers' licensing issues and maintains an excellent work ethic. Mr. Hershey also has a true compassion for the needs of his clients and a strong desire to secure the best results for them. I am confident in his service when I refer clients to him."
"When your driver's license and livelihood are on the line, it is a uncomfortable situation to face. Utilizing his skills and expertise in traffic law along with his personalized approach, Attorney Hershey eliminates that discomfort and provides meaningful results for the people he helps. I endorse this lawyer."
"David is a very well respected attorney and very knowledgeable. He is always helping his clients and working towards the best outcome for their case."
"I endorse this lawyer. A true "lawyer's lawyer." Prepares a case like no other. Dave has years of experience in DUI, traffic and criminal defense cases as well as the ability to litigate almost any type of case. I highly recommend Dave."
Douglas Marsico
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Sep 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2020
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Traffic Ticket Lawyer, Colgan and Associates
1987 - 2002
Attorney, Mancke, Wagner, Hershey & Tully
1986 - 1987
Deputy District Attorney, Dauphin County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2002 - Present
Pennsylvania Motor Tuck AssociationMember
1992 - Present
Pennslyvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Homicide by Vehicle DUI
Case Dismissed
Opinion and order granting motion to suppress evidence
Motion to Suppress was granted
motion to supress evidence
Evidence suppressed. District Attorney nolle prossed charge--did not appeal ruling
Education
1984
University of Toledo College of Law
Juris Doctorate
1981
Pennsylvania State University
Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2021
Pennsylvania Bar Institute
Solving Drivers Licensing Problems
2017
Pennsylvania Bar Institute
Solving Driver License Problems
2015
Pennsylvania Bar Institute
Solving Driver License Problems
2013
Pennsylvania Bar Institute
Solving Drivers Licensing Problems
2010
Pennsylvania Bar Institute
Solving Driver License Problems
Publications
2015
Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI)
Solving Drivers License Problems
2011
Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI)
Solving drivers licensing problems
N/A
Traffic Ticket Blog
School Bus Violations in Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
DUI IPP - will I still lose my license?
12 Apr 2019
Q&A
I got speed and racing ticket under section 3367-B &3362-A1-1. in PA, is this dangerous for my Maryland driver license ?
10 Apr 2019
Q&A
Is blood work admissable in PA court? Can they charge me with dui
19 Jan 2019