You may think that once you are arrested on DUI charges in Pennsylvania you are all-but-guaranteed to be convicted. However, the reality is that some people have their DUI charges dismissed, or at the very at least reduced. If you choose to hire a criminal defense...
Student faces felony drug charges for allegedly selling marijuana
According to a recent report, a 21-year-old civil engineering student at Penn State was arrested for marijuana possession and sales at his apartment. He is facing felony charges for possession with intent to deliver and criminal use of a communication facility, as...
Legislation could reduce penalties for possession of marijuana
Over the past couple of decades, thousands of people nationwide have been arrested and sentenced to jail time for marijuana possession. According to current Pennsylvania state law, possession of even a small amount of marijuana, less than 30 grams, is considered a...
Medical and legal risks of study enhancement drugs
Students in State College are just over halfway through the fall semester which means one major concern is on the mind: midterms. At this point in the year many students start to feel the added pressures of balancing many obligations from academic to extracurricular....
Senate bill may increase penalties for repeat DUI offenders
A drunk driving accident may be one of the most devastating ways to lose a child. That's why the "Pennsylvania Parents Against Impaired Driving" group is pushing for change by demanding that lawmakers pass Senate Bill 961, which would increase penalties for repeat DUI...
Simple assault versus aggravated assault charges
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...
