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When a driver is given a breath test, the police are likely looking to see if they are over the legal limit. There are exceptions for commercial drivers and underage drivers, but the limit for most people is 0.08%. The breath test itself simply measures a person’s...
Being charged with a marijuana crime in Pennsylvania can be confusing. This is because, although the state signed the medical use of marijuana into law in 2016, it remains a Schedule I controlled substance under federal law. But, while the state recognizes the...
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...
Have you ever been pulled over while driving by the police? Almost any traffic infraction could lead the police to suspect drunk driving. This could happen for a number of reasons, such as running a red light or driving in between lanes. If the police do suspect you...
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...
If you’re facing a charge of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, it’s normal to be apprehensive. Both personally and professionally, a lot could be riding on the outcome of your case. If it’s your first offense, you may be wondering whether it’s wiser to...
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...
After you are charged with a first-time DUI, it’s very natural to wonder about the ramifications you may have to face. Many people instantly grow concerned about whether or not they’re going to have to go to jail. That’s what they want to avoid more than anything...
