David R. Erhard, Criminal Defense Attorney in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense and DUI/DWI
PartneratSteve Rice Law
Gettysburg, PA
Practicing criminal defense in Gettysburg since 2006.
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David R. Erhard is a partner based in Gettysburg, PA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and DUI/DWI. David has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steve Rice Law.
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- Gettysburg, PA
- Experience
- over 20 years
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- Criminal Defense · DUI/DWI
- Handles Criminal Defense and DUI/DWI matters from Gettysburg, PA.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About David R. Erhard: David R. Erhard is a partner based in Gettysburg, PA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and DUI/DWI. David has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steve Rice Law.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David R. Erhard
David concentrates on criminal defense and dui/dwi. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense cases in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
David takes criminal defense matters in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
DUI/DWI cases in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
David takes dui/dwi matters in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Biography
About David R. Erhard — Over 20 years of Pennsylvania criminal defense experience
David R. Erhard is a partner based in Gettysburg, PA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and DUI/DWI. David has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steve Rice Law.
Strengths
DUI Qualified
Advanced training and experience for DUI cases. Includes participation in national and state DUI defense organizations. Also includes some of the same field sobriety training the police get.
Education Oriented
Guest speaker for PACDL’s motor vehicle code seminar on DUI defense. Panelist for PADDDA’s public defender training. Board Member for the 2013 Franklin County Bench/Bar Conference.
Accomplishments
N.C.D.D. Summer Session at Cambridge, 2009, 2011 & 2013
P.A.D.D.D.A. Public Defender Training, Panel Speaker 2012
Widener University School of Law Trial Advocacy Honor Society (President, 2006; Outstanding Executive Board Member, 2006; Distinguished Service Award, 2006)
The Center for Forensic Economic Studies Award for Excellence in Litigation, 2006
Position
Criminal Defense Attorney
Atty. Erhard works primarily out of our Carlisle office. He regularly serves Adams, Franklin & Cumberland counties. He also serves other counties for bigger cases.
The Job
Practice Areas
David limits his practice to criminal defense.
Services
David is a full-service criminal defense lawyer. He does:
• All charges.
• All defenses.
• All deals.
• All events.
Service Areas
David’s local service area includes Adams, Franklin & Cumberland counties. He is willing to go elsewhere, depending on the case.
Experience
• Steve Rice Law, Attorney, 2006 - present
• Dauphin County Public Defender's Office, Certified Legal Intern, 2005 - 2006
Memberships
• Adams, Cumberland & Franklin County Bar Associations
• Pennsylvania Bar Association
• Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Pennsylvania Association of Drunk Driving Defense Attorneys
• National College for DUI Defense
How David handles criminal defense matters
Strengths DUI Qualified Advanced training and experience for DUI cases. Includes participation in national and state DUI defense organizations. Also includes some of the same field sobriety training the police get. Education Oriented Guest speaker for PACDL’s motor vehicle code seminar on DUI defense. Panelist for PADDDA’s public defender training. Board Member for the 2013 Franklin County…
The kind of cases David takes
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense and dui/dwi matters in Gettysburg and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
David R. Erhard's legal education and bar admissions
Widener University School of Law
J.D. · 2006
Pennsylvania State University
B.A. · 2003
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
2006 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in Widener University School of Law and B.A. in Pennsylvania State University.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in Widener University School of Law and B.A. in Pennsylvania State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
Adams, Cumberland & Franklin County Bar Associations Pennsylvania Bar Association Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Pennsylvania Association of Drunk Driving Defense Attorneys
membership
Locations
David R. Erhard's office in Gettysburg
David's primary office is at 260 West High Street, Suite 2, Gettysburg, PA, 17325. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire David R. Erhard — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David R. Erhard
How much does it cost to hire David for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Gettysburg?
David is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with David?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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