Finding employment after a misdemeanor conviction When Pennsylvania residents are convicted of a misdemeanor, they may not consider how this will affect their job search. However, this conviction typically shows up in background checks and it is important for people...
What is a drug conspiracy charge? When Pennsylvania residents like you face drug-related conspiracy charges, you could be dealing with more potential consequences than you think. Your life may be ruined for the smallest interaction with someone who has bad intentions,...
Understanding possession with the intent to distribute Pennsylvania residents may not know that drug charges don't just apply to people who are actively partaking in the use of drugs. There are laws that prevent possession or distribution which can have consequences...
Your license was suspended, but you have to work. Now what? Losing your license is a common consequence of getting a DUI in Pennsylvania, and as you know, it can be a great inconvenience. You may have to wait several months to get your license back, but it is not...
What types of guns are illegal in Pennsylvania? If you are a Pennsylvania gun enthusiast, you need to be aware that you are prohibited from owning certain types of guns in our state. Per FindLaw, the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence ranks Pennsylvania as the 10th...
What happens if I miss my court date? If you are a Pennsylvania resident who failed to appear in court for a traffic ticket or any other civil or criminal court proceeding, there is an outstanding warrant for your arrest. Rule 1910.13-1 of the Pennsylvania Code...
Pennsylvania schoolgirls facing serious charges for food prank The school years can be difficult for children and teenagers. They may not only have to endure bullying and peer pressure but can also be faced with difficult decisions. It is not always easy to know what...
Officers need probable cause to pull you over while driving You had a few drinks. You decided to drive home, knowing that you didn't feel intoxicated enough to have to worry. Despite driving safely, you see an officer turn on his lights behind you. If you're stopped...
When can I lose my right to own a gun? If you are like many Pennsylvania residents, your Second Amendment right to bear arms is very dear to you. If you are like most gun owners, you are a good person who possesses, stores and uses his or her guns in a highly...
New Justice Department policy encourages marijuana prosecutions Pennsylvania is one of 29 states that have legalized marijuana for medical use. Seven of these states, of which Pennsylvania is not one, have gone further and legalized the recreational use of marijuana...