Legal Blog

What Are Miranda Rights?

Dec 16 2016 in Criminal Defense, Legal Blog

Most people have heard, either from popular television shows, movies, or books, that the police are required to “read the rights” of a person under arrest. These “rights” are called Miranda Rights after the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Miranda v. Arizona. In this landmark…

Strangulation Now a Felony Offense

Dec 09 2016 in Assault & Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense, Legal Blog, Violent Crimes

Earlier this year, Pennsylvania joined a growing list of states that have made strangulation (or non-fatal choking) a felony offense with stiff penalties. The effort to define this brutal act as a felony was led by several anti-domestic violence groups that believe the law can…

Can I Get Charged with DUI for Marijuana?

Nov 30 2016 in DUI, Legal Blog, Marijuana Charges

Most people think of driving under the influence as drunk driving. The reality, though, is that a person can be charged with a DUI for a number of reasons. According to Pennsylvania law, driving with any of the following in your system can lead to…

Is Medical Marijuana a Defense to Marijuana Cultivation Charges?

Nov 18 2016 in Legal Blog, Marijuana Charges

Despite the recent change in the law regarding medical marijuana, cultivation, or growing marijuana, is a very serious crime in the state of Pennsylvania. Penalties include fines of up to $15,000 and spending between 1 and 5 years in state prison. If you or a…

Do I Have To Consent To A Vehicle Search?

Oct 31 2016 in Criminal Defense, Legal Blog

Sadly, many people in the Philadelphia area and throughout the country are subjected to illegal vehicle searches by police. These often arise from shady law enforcement tactics. For example, an officer may try to convince you that you are required to submit to a vehicle…