The authorities frequently arrest and prosecute people on charges of possessing illegal drugs, but they tend to focus their investigations on those they believe are selling the drugs. The policy behind this is to go after the criminal networks that supply these drugs...
Year: 2023
Stealing motor fuel is retail theft
Most people would think “retail theft” is a fancy way of saying shoplifting. While it’s true that Pennsylvania’s law prohibiting retail theft applies to anyone caught shoplifting, the law can also apply to those charged with stealing motor fuel. Motor fuel theft, also...
Getting back to work with an occupational limited license
After a license suspension, it can quickly seem like your life is spiraling out of control. Do not let the process intimidate you. Delaying appropriate action for any reason is often an excellent way to make these temporary inconveniences into enduring problems. One...
Driving with an open container of alcohol can get you into trouble
If a driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC) level is at least .08%, an officer can charge them with driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI). While the charge isn’t concerned with how the driver got drunk, a driver can face another charge for having an open...
What could lead to license suspension or revocation?
Each state has a system to oversee traffic violations and their penalties. For example, Pennsylvania's point system allows drivers to collect points for offenses, which could lead to penalties. However, the system allows point deductions for practicing proper driving...
Are eyewitnesses reliable in a criminal trial?
In a criminal trial, eyewitness testimony is a statement made by a person who observed an event firsthand. They can provide valuable details regarding an incident that may sway a jury or judge. However, the question arises: should the defense rely on this form of...
Many reasons exist for failing a horizontal gaze nystagmus test
Drunk driving is a societal problem that everyone agrees needs addressing. To combat the matter, police officers have the right to conduct sobriety exams on motorists they suspect are under the influence. Unfortunately, these intoxication measures are often...
How exercising your right to remain silent helps you
Whenever the police arrest a suspect, they will likely use intimidation tactics to get that person to incriminate themself. Crime movies and TV shows will tell you that talking to the police is usually not a good idea. However, many people give in to their anxiety...
You have a right to challenge DUI charges
A police officer must have reasonable suspicion or probable cause before commencing a driving while under the influence (DUI) arrest. They cannot pull a driver over and investigate without lawful justification. An arresting officer must comply with the state and...
Consequences of failing to pay traffic citations in Pennsylvania
Receiving a traffic citation in Pennsylvania is more than a mere inconvenience. These citations carry penalties that can extend beyond fines. Ignoring traffic citations in Pennsylvania has serious consequences, It is important to understand the implications of failing...