Am I responsible for my own addiction? Pennsylvania's Lancaster area maybe nationally known for its bucolic farmland and traditional communities, but residents know that there is also a thriving commercial and academic center in the city itself. And,...
How can I get treatment for alcohol issues? The state of Pennsylvania takes drunk driving charges very seriously. Along with the legal ramifications, getting into trouble for drunk driving may also indicate a serious issue with substance abuse. WebMD explains the...
Traffic stop leads to drug arrest of a Pennsylvania man Pennsylvania drivers are wise not to carry anything in their cars that they do not want authorities to see in the event of a pull-over. A recent routine traffic stop led to an arrest of a 36-year-old man from...
Is heroin really an epidemic? You may have heard people refer to heroin usage in the United States as an epidemic. Are they just being dramatic and blowing things out of proportion? Or has there really been a deep and fundamental change in the way that Americans use...
What are your Miranda rights? If you watch cop shows in Pennsylvania or read crime novels, you are probably familiar with the standard recitation that police typically give when advising an arrestee of his or her Miranda rights. You may not have ever given this much...
What is the difference between assault and battery? If you read Pennsylvanian newspapers or watch crime shows on television, you have probably heard the terms "assault" and "battery." Because they are often paired together, you may mistakenly think that they mean the...
High Court ruling paves way for charges against clergy When most residents in Pennsylvania think about a person accused of a criminal offense may have a stereotype in their mind about that person. The profile is not often likely to involve someone considered...
What factors influence BAC levels? If you have ever been asked to take a roadside breath test, you may be surprised to learn that the results of the test may have been inaccurate. Law enforcement officers in Pennsylvania and throughout the United States use breath...
What differentiates suspended from revoked licenses? Pennsylvanian residents charged with DUI-related crimes could have their license suspended. Though revocation is also possible, it's much less likely on a first-time or smaller severity offense. But what exactly...
Can your bench warrant be dismissed? Pennsylvanian residents who are facing a bench warrant may be wondering one thing: can it be dismissed? Marinaro Law is here to help answer that question, as well as explain some important things that you should know about...