Blog Category | Criminal Charges

What Not To Do When The Police Contact You

June 06, 2023

It can be unnerving to learn that the police want to speak to you. Even if you have done nothing illegal, it is generally best to proceed with caution when dealing with the authorities. If the police have contacted you...

3 Faqs About Traffic Search And Seizures

April 03, 2023

With so many states legalizing cannabis, it may seem like the rest of the country continues to head in that direction. While Pennsylvania has decriminalized small amounts in some cases, it continues to be an illegal substance. If you have...

Can I Get In Trouble For Sharing Prescription Drugs?

January 30, 2023

Sharing prescription drugs is a crime in Pennsylvania. You can even potentially face felony drug trafficking charges, but every case is different with circumstantial considerations. Commonly Shared Drugs Among College Students College students often share prescription drugs with little understanding...

Can A Criminal Conviction Prevent You From Becoming A Teacher?

February 18, 2020

Teachers have some of the most important jobs in the nation, and if you are looking to become one, you may have an innate desire to help others. Having something potentially jeopardize all of the work you put into your...

Public Urination Is Not Worth The Risk

December 26, 2019

A little too much punch at that off-campus holiday party may turn into an emergency bathroom situation on your walk back to Penn State. Or the restroom line at a bar might be far too long for the state of...

Is Asking About Criminal History Fair On College Applications?

August 21, 2019

Many Pennsylvania colleges have a section on the application that asks about your criminal history. Some include your juvenile history as well. This is a controversial section for many people who feel it is not fair to ask about criminal...

Fake ID: A ‘Harmless Prank’ That Is A Crime

July 29, 2019

Popular movies may portray the creation of a fake ID as a harmless prank, a rite of passage for those teenagers hoping to pass themselves off as older than they really are. What those popular movies don’t show is the...