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How will a drug conviction impact my education?

College is an exciting time. You have a lot of opportunities to meet new people and go to parties. You also have to make a lot of decisions on your own. Perhaps one of those decisions was experimenting with drugs, and now,

The hidden costs of a DUI

In addition to significant recognized costs, there are many hidden costs that come with a DUI. During just one holiday weekend in Pennsylvania in 2018, the number of DUI arrests rose 10% from the past year, as stated in a report done

What is constructive possession?

Imagine you go to your friend’s place. You open the door, and a dog races up to sniff at your leg. As it wags its tail, you may wonder: When did your friend get a dog? You ask, and your friend says

What happens if I refuse a BAC chemical test?

Every year in Pennsylvania, thousands of people face impaired driving accusations. In 2018 alone, law enforcement in the state made more than 52,000 such arrests (a drop from the 54,000 the year prior.) It’s very likely that most of these arrests, if

What happens if I am arrested on a marijuana charge?

Under Pennsylvania law, marijuana is a schedule I drug. This means that Pennsylvania considers marijuana to be an addictive substance with no known medicinal properties. While many Americans may disagree with Pennsylvania’s code, this is what the law states. After a marijuana

Do you know about diversion programs for juvenile offenders?

Despite your best efforts to raise your daughter or son with a thorough understanding of right and wrong, your child could end up in trouble with Pennsylvania law enforcement. Your child made a mistake and does not need firsthand experience of the

American teens: Sleep-impaired behind the wheel

Would you write a check on an overdrawn account? Would you try to board an airline without a ticket? What about this one: Would you allow your teenager to drink three beers before driving to school each morning? Trick question: You say

What are the penalties for possession of marijuana in PA?

State marijuana laws these days seem to be ever-changing, with more and more states either decriminalizing it or, at the very least, legalizing it for medicinal purposes. Pennsylvania is just one of many states that has reviewed several bills proposing to amend

Know your rights in a Pennsylvania DUI stop

For many people, a DUI stop is the first time they have a serious encounter with the police. It’s normal to be nervous but remember: you have rights. From “implied consent” to how to handle DUI stops, you’ve probably heard conflicting advice