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If the police ever stop you, you may wonder if they can search your car without a warrant. The short answer is yes, they can, but only under certain circumstances. Understanding when the police can legally search your vehicle is important, as it helps protect your...
Facing drug charges in Pennsylvania can be daunting. The state has strict laws that categorize substances based on their potential for abuse and medicinal value. Therefore, depending on the type of drug and quantity, penalties can be severe. Still, understanding your...
Getting arrested for drug possession is frightening, as the penalties can be severe. In Pennsylvania, first-time drug offenders can see up to a year behind bars. Even if you face conviction, though, it does not mean imprisonment is inevitable. What factors make...
Students at Indiana University of Pennsylvania will end their fall semester by Dec. 7, and they may take a long break before the spring semester begins in mid-January. During those weeks, they may be spending time at home, hanging out with old friends and celebrating...
Our office handles many cases from clients whose professional careers in healthcare are under threat. If your intended line of work requires licensing of some kind, as most medical jobs do, it is probable that you might need to report a conviction to obtain that...
The United States is experiencing an opioid use epidemic. In 2018, 67,367 drug overdoses occurred. Opioids account for almost 70 percent of all overdose deaths. In Pennsylvania, for every 100 persons, there are 49.9 opioid prescriptions written. Also, 65% of all...
There has been local and federal progress to legalize marijuana in Pennsylvania, but thousands of marijuana arrests continue take place each year. Could new legislation change this cycle? A new bill is now under consideration to legalize recreational marijuana....
Although recreational cannabis has become legal in many states, Pennsylvania still limits residents to the medical variety. Individuals without a medical card will receive a drug possession charge for even small amounts of cannabis. If your college student faces a...
Imagine the following scenario: You and three friends drive down a Pennsylvania road in your car with you driving. An officer pulls you over, alleging that you were speeding. After establishing your identity and the fact that you own the car, (s)he then asks if (s)he...
If you have been arrested for using illegal drugs in Indiana, you could face serious jail or prison time, depending on the crime and the circumstances. Although many offenders are locked up for their crimes, advocates are now saying that drug treatment may be a better...
