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...
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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....
Drug Diversion Programs in Pennsylvania
A conviction for a drug crime not only results in serious penalties like jail or prison time, but it can also lead to a criminal record that can have lasting, negative consequences such as difficulty getting a job, finding a place to live, or living a normal life....
Some DUI Convictions Could Strip a Person of Gun Rights
Pennsylvania's DUI law states that if a person is caught driving with the highest rate of alcohol (0.16% or higher) and they have a prior DUI, they will be charged with a first-degree misdemeanor and could be sentenced to up to 5 years in prison. According to the...