Criminal

There are multiple types of property crimes in Pennsylvania that the state will prosecute as theft offenses. Retail theft (also known as shoplifting) is one of the most common, but burglary and robbery are also types of theft crimes wherein the charges that someone...

Being put on parole in the middle of a sentence can be a relief. However, you should observe set conditions. Violating parole conditions can get you into trouble – you may return to jail. Thus, you should always make the right moves. The following are three tips for...

Pennsylvania, like the rest of the country, has seen drug overdoses reach epidemic levels. That’s why our state, like most others, has enacted a “Good Samaritan” law that is designed to encourage those who are with someone who suffers an overdose to seek emergency...

Proving reasonable doubt in Pennsylvania is critical to the criminal justice system. Reasonable doubt is a legal term describing the level of certainty the jury must have to convict the accused. They must be convinced beyond all reasonable doubt.   It is a high...

Most forms of interpersonal violence are against the law in Pennsylvania, but some of them may result in more significant consequences for an alleged offender than others. Allegations of interpersonal violence or assault in Pennsylvania can lead to someone's arrest...

To get a prescription medication, you first have to go to the doctor. They will make a diagnosis and provide you with a prescription, which you then take to the pharmacy. For example, if you have surgery, a doctor may prescribe painkillers that you can go pick up....

Several states across the country have decriminalized the possession of marijuana, with others legalizing it for recreational use. However, Pennsylvania is not one of these states. If you are caught with marijuana, you will likely face criminal charges. The push for...

Many people may have heard the term parole officer without delving into more detail about what this role involves. If a person has been convicted and served jail time, then it’s likely that they will have to report regularly to a parole officer upon release.  But what...

If you’ve received a ticket for a traffic violation, you may be hesitant to contest the ticket. On the one hand, contesting a ticket takes time and energy, both of which are precious. On the other hand, failing to contest a ticket could result in both immediate...

Parole is the conditional release of a prisoner before the expiry of their sentence and after serving the minimum sentence. If you are released on parole, you must abide by the conditions of your release, or you may face certain legal penalties. The Parole Board sets...