Pennsylvania man faces DUI after eluding police While driving a motor vehicle is considered a privilege, suddenly having that ability taken away or constrained can significantly impact a person’s professional and personal life. Driver’s license suspension or...
Lancaster Legal Issues Blog
Drug raid leads to two arrests
Drug raid leads to two arrests Drug crimes in Pennsylvania are not tolerated by the authorities. Those who are arrested for drug crimes can expect serious consequences. Two Lancaster area residents were recently arrested on drug and weapons charges. A recent police...
Police pursuit yields two suspects in drug crimes
Police pursuit yields two suspects in drug crimes Two men from Lancaster are facing several criminal charges after their attempt to escape from local police proved fruitless. According to police, they attempted to stop a vehicle headed east on Charlestown Road (police...
Simple assault charges in Pennsylvania
Simple assault charges in Pennsylvania When many of us think of assault, we picture one person hitting another person and injuring them. However, under Pennsylvania law, many behaviors can constitute as assault and no one necessarily has to suffer injury. Under 18 PA...
Was there a breath test malfunction during your DUI arrest?
Was there a breath test malfunction during your DUI arrest? If law enforcement arrests you on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol, you may think you have no choice but to plead guilty. Do not do anything hasty. From administrative mistakes to equipment...
Confronting the Challenges of a Field Sobriety Test
Confronting the Challenges of a Field Sobriety Test Drunk driving charges are more than just minor inconveniences – they are major legal issues for Pennsylvania residents. As many readers know, a DUI conviction can result in a host of serious sanctions, which may...
Important methods of challenging DUI charges
Important methods of challenging DUI charges DUI charges can result in significant penalties and consequences for accused drivers. As a result, it is important for accused drivers to be familiar with methods of challenging the alleged evidence and charges against them...
The elements of first-degree murder
The elements of first-degree murder Being accused of a misdemeanor offense is one thing, but being dealt criminal charges based on an alleged violent crime is something else altogether. Although a conviction for a misdemeanor offense can have significant consequences,...
Consider legal help when facing DUI charges
Consider legal help when facing DUI charges Allegations of drunk driving can drastically impact your life if you’re unprepared to defend yourself. A DUI conviction may lead to the imposition of serious penalties that include license suspension or revocation, which, in...
Drug crimes and the overdose response immunity
Drug crimes and the overdose response immunity A drug charge can quickly derail your life. It can threaten you with jail or prison, fines, and a criminal record that can haunt you for years. For this reason, if you have been accused of a drug offense then you need to...