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E-Z Pass Speeding Enforced

Jan 19 2015 in Legal Blog, Traffic Defense

Although very convenient for paying tolls and saving time, the E-Z pass requires safer driving standards than if you do not have a pass. Here in Pennsylvania, if you are caught by a police officer or toll booth worker speeding through a toll plaza at…

Virginia Drivers – Fight Your Pennsylvania Traffic Ticket

Dec 15 2014 in Legal Blog, Traffic Defense

There is nothing more frustrating than a speeding ticket when you are passing through from out of the area. Not only is it unclear what penalties actually apply to you both in Virginia and the other state, but it is also annoying to have to…

Pros and Cons of Police Body Cameras

Nov 25 2014 in Legal Blog

In the wake of the Ferguson, Missouri incident, police interactions with the public have come under increased media scrutiny, and the debate over police body cameras has been placed in the spotlight. Many police departments see great benefits associated with the cameras, while others hesitate…

Immigrants’ Rights in Criminal Cases

Nov 19 2014 in Legal Blog

Generally speaking, immigrants, both legal and illegal, have the same rights as U.S. citizens afforded to them by the legal system in criminal cases. They have the right to competent representation, the right to not incriminate themselves, and the right to face their accuser. In…

Concealed Carry Permits in Philadelphia – Easy to Get, Harder to Keep

Nov 10 2014 in Firearms/Weapons, Legal Blog

Pennsylvania is a “shall-issue” state when it comes to the right to carry arms. That means that the state is required to issue a concealed carry permit to any person who applies that is at least 21 years old and does not fall under any…