The Honest Guidance You Need To Best Protect Your Rights
You have certain rights and protections when authorities in Pennsylvania want to search your car or your home, and you do not always have to allow such a search to take place unless certain circumstances are in place. Knowing when you have to allow a law enforcement...
Almost everyone knows that the terms reasonable suspicion and probable cause relate to law enforcement and court cases, but how do they actually impact your rights and the legality of actions taken by police officers? Whether you currently face a criminal charge or...
If you are facing DUI charges, make it a point to familiarize yourself with the distinction between a misdemeanor and a felony conviction. Felony DUI charges tend to carry higher fines as well as mandatory jail time. In Pennsylvania, most DUI charges are a...
Impaired driving in the state of Pennsylvania can bring steep consequences. In addition to the safety risks to yourself, passengers or other motorists, there are serious legal concerns. Penalties for DUI include jail time or loss of a license. The severity of the...
Self-defense is a broad term that encompasses using force against another person who you believe wants to cause you immediate harm. Certain factors have to be present before labeling something as self-defense, and these factors can vary depending on where you are in...
If you live in Pennsylvania and travel to a nearby state, you may wonder what your penalties will look like if you get pulled over for drinking and driving while out of state. You may also wonder if the state of Pennsylvania will even know about your arrest upon...
Pennsylvania takes a strict approach to driving and marijuana use. Any presence of marijuana, and that driver could find themselves facing criminal charges for a driving under the influence (DUI) or DUI of drugs (DUID) violation. With this approach it is not...
A Pennsylvania driving under the influence charge may lead to serious, life-changing penalties if it leads to a conviction. You may think you are in the clear if you always abstain from driving after drinking. However, certain medications may lead to DUI charges if...
Whether you had one drink or several before getting behind the wheel, the red and blue lights on a police car may be the last thing you want to see in your rearview mirror. The officer's job is to get you off the road if you are a danger to yourself and others. Your...
When Pennsylvania authorities stop your vehicle and charge you with driving under the influence, you may fear the repercussions you may face in the aftermath. The penalties associated with drinking and driving in Pennsylvania are considerable. However, not every drunk...