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Many people who enjoy alcohol think they can recognize when they have had too much to drink. They believe they can make the right choice in the moment to secure a rideshare ride or call someone sober. People tend to assume that they are only at risk of a driving under...
Whether an individual gets arrested for shoplifting or a drug charge, he or she may worry about trying to defend themselves. It has become common practice for those facing criminal charges to simply plead guilty instead of trying to defend against the allegations they...
In Pennsylvania, a drug related criminal charge can lead to consequences such as fines and incarceration. Some counties in Pennsylvania have created what is referred to as “drug courts” as an alternative to the traditional sentencing. For many years, drug courts have...
Every year, high school graduates begin attending colleges throughout the state of Pennsylvania in the hopes of pursuing a meaningful degree. As a parent, you probably feel intensely proud of your young adult, and obtaining a degree hopefully means a successful career...
The culture of the United States is always changing. Part of that culture includes establishing laws, which thereafter can be amended, replaced, or even revoked. Given the change in laws, the legality of some activities can be affected. One example is the use of...
It has been one year since Pennsylvania's Clean Slate law went into effect. The law exists to give people with minor criminal records a second chance. Having a relatively minor crime on your record, such as DUI or misdemeanor drug possession, can have a significant...
If you have suspicions that the police officer that just pulled behind you is aiming to pull you over, and whether or not you think you have done anything wrong, everyone gets nervous when they see the black and white driving behind them. Due to negative press in...
We live in a world where nearly every college student has access to Uber, Lyft and a cell phone to call for a ride when needed. Still, about nearly 2,000 college students die from alcohol each year – many of which are the result of drinking and driving. Everybody...
