After an arrest for drug possession, you need to take decisive action to prepare your defense. It may be possible to present compelling evidence that will merit dismissal of the charges or an acquittal if a case proceeds to trial. There are a few different strategies...
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced in a June 3 press release that 11 individuals have been indicted for trafficking heroin, fentanyl and cocaine in Luzerne County. The indictments were handed down by a federal grand jury on...
Individuals younger than the age of 21 are not allowed to consume or possess alcohol. Furthermore, someone who is younger than 21 in Pennsylvania or any other state is not allowed to transport or attempt to purchase beer, liquor or similar products. Those who are not...
For residents of State College, Pennsylvania, being arrested for assault can have a profound impact on the rest of their lives. This is especially true when there are allegations of domestic assault and a man is accused of assaulting a female. The penalties that...
If you are young and just starting your life at college or even just entering the workforce, you may believe that a misdemeanor conviction is not that big of a deal. If you believe that a misdemeanor is equivalent to a slap on the wrist, you should know that the...
In State College, people might be taking part in activities that they think are little more than time-honored rituals and are relatively harmless, but they can lead to a criminal charge if someone becomes injured or there is a complaint about it. People will...
Getting stopped by a police officer in Pennsylvania can be intimidating, particularly if the officer proceeds to question you regarding your alleged involvement in a crime. If you are stopped and questioned by a police officer, it is important that you know your...
Sometimes parties can get a little out hand, especially in college. But, loud music and damages are the least of your worries when dangerous amounts of prescription or illicit drugs are involved. When you fear a friend may have gone too far, you can request emergency...
Any time someone is accused of physically attacking another person, they may face assault charges in the state of Pennsylvania. The severity of the charges they face will depend on the circumstances surrounding the incident. Generally, an alleged assault in...
When an officer knocks on the front door of your house, stops you as you walk down the street or pulls you over while driving, there is a possibility that the officer will search your property for evidence of a crime. However, under the Fourth Amendment of the U.S....