Stopko v. PennDOT

DiFRANCESCO, J.,

This matter is before the court as a result of the appellant’s filing of an appeal from denial of restoration of operating privileges/denial of restoration of driver’s license. A hearing on this matter was held on July 14, 2005, at which time arguments of counsel were heard. Both parties have subsequently filed briefs, which the court has thoroughly reviewed.

DISCUSSION

The appellant, Joseph Brian Stopko, is a resident of Johnstown, Cambria County, Pennsylvania. On December 11,2003, the appellant was convicted for a violation of 75 Pa.C.S. §3731 (Driving under the influence of…