Pennsylvania Drugged Driving In Pennsylvania, a person is guilty of DUI if he/she drives (1) with any amount of a Schedule I controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act in his/her blood, (2) with a metabolite of a schedule I substance in his/her blood, (3)...
The Basics of a Criminal Appeal When people receive a criminal conviction, they may sometimes think that they are out of options. However, people may be able to file for an appeal in some situations. People may file an appeal for several reasons. FindLaw says that...
Statistics on assault charges in Pennsylvania If you are facing assault charges, you need to immediately review the legal options that are on the table. Many people find themselves in this position each year and the approach you take in court could have a significant...
What defendants should know about a charge for resisting arrest An arrest for a misdemeanor or felony charge can have serious consequences. Compounding any type of criminal charge in Pennsylvania with a charge for resisting arrest can make the consequences far more...
Is it legal to possess opiates if you are an addict? You might have heard that addiction is a defense to heroin or prescription painkiller possession — that is not the case. Pennsylvania is, in many ways, ground zero for the opiate epidemic that is sweeping the...
Understanding simple vs. aggravated assault in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania law distinguishes between simple and aggravated assault. The latter can result in felony charges while simple assault is a misdemeanor offense. Review the factors that separate these offenses...
Are you eligible for drug court in Lancaster County? A Pennsylvania drug charge has the potential to lead to serious penalties including steep fines, substance abuse education requirements and time spent behind bars, among others. However, in some cases, you may be...
Caretaker pleads guilty to child endangerment charges Pennsylvania law classifies an offense that endangers the welfare of a child as a felony. An individual acting with a "substantial risk" of causing serious bodily injury or death of a child may face a...
How a traffic stop may lead to a DUI charge Pennsylvania law authorizes traffic enforcement officials to stop motorists who violate the state’s rules of the road. An officer’s justification for a traffic stop could include speeding, following too close or swerving...
What do you know about the long-term impact of a DUI? You received your first DUI recently, and you worry about how the charge affects your current life. What about the long-term consequences of a DUI? To help you prepare, Absolute Advocacy explores how a DUI...