In Pennsylvania, if you are charged with a misdemeanor that is punishable by at least 1 year or more in prison, or a felony offense, you have the absolute right to have trial by jury. You and your attorney have the opportunity to select a jury. While I say select a...
COSTS RISE TO GET LICENSE BACK AFTER DUI REFUSAL Starting on January 11, 2018, if you are convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) and it is determined that you refused to give either a blood or breath sample it will cost you a lot more money to get your license...
A preliminary hearing is a very important event in the criminal justice system. It is not where the Commonwealth has to prove you guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, but where the Commonwealth must show a prima facie case. Prima facie means correct until proved other...
Immunity for individuals who call in drug overdose can also cover the individual who overdosed. Pennsylvania State Senators unanimously passed a bill to offer immunity to drug users who call 911 when someone is having an overdose. The Pa. Senate voted 50-0 to pass...
