When you think about drug crimes in the United States, you often associate them with illegal street drugs like cocaine, methamphetamine, or heroin. Due to the national opioid crisis, however, many drug charges are being brought against people for using or possessing...
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Mutual Consent Divorce in Pennsylvania
There are two main types of divorce: contested and uncontested divorce. A contested divorce means the couple cannot agree on one or more terms of the divorce, such as child custody, child support, alimony, and property division, while an uncontested divorce means the...
Domestic Violence & Protection Orders
Not only does being accused of a domestic violence offense lead to an arrest in Pennsylvania, but it may also result in being subject to a protection from abuse (PFA) order, also known as a restraining order. This type of order is signed by a judge and requires...
How the Police Spots Drunk Drivers
For the police to pull someone over for a DUI, they must have “reasonable suspicion” that the driver is intoxicated. To establish reasonable suspicion, the driver must either commit a traffic violation (e.g. speeding, running a red light or stop sign, or driving...
Domestic Violence Arrest Policy in Pennsylvania
Police departments in Pennsylvania and other states take domestic violence very seriously. In fact, some of them have laws in place that make arresting the “primary aggressor” of a dispute mandatory. In Pennsylvania, if an officer has probable cause to believe someone...
What Are the Penalties for a Drug Possession Crime?
If you were recently charged with drug possession, you’re probably wondering what the potential repercussions may be. Drug possession is a serious offense, but depending on the specifics of the charges laid against you the penalties for a conviction can vary...
Domestic Violence On the Rise During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has had an enormous impact across the globe, leading most countries, including the United States, to use stay-at-home orders to help slow the spread. However, research shows that this initiative has had a negative impact in other ways....
Drugged Driving in Pennsylvania
Not only do Pennsylvania’s DUI laws apply to drunk driving, but they also prohibit individuals from operating or being in physical control of a vehicle while under the influence of drugs (DUID). If your faculties are impaired by drug intoxication or your blood...
Can I Get My DUI Charge Reduced in Pennsylvania?
A DUI offense is a misdemeanor in Pennsylvania. A conviction for a first-time offense results in a maximum fine of $300 (not including court costs), drug and alcohol treatment, as well as a jail or probation term of up to six months. Additionally, having a DUI...
Aggravated DUI in Pennsylvania
If you have been arrested for drunk driving and your blood alcohol content (BAC) is at least. 08 percent, a conviction for a first offense may result in probation for up to six months, a maximum $300 fine, and alcohol safety school and substance abuse treatment....