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The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects citizens from unlawful searches and seizures. Law enforcement officers are only entitled to search your property under specific circumstances. One of the most common ways that police officers gain access to a...
If the police have reasonable suspicion that you are committing a crime like drunk driving, they may take you into custody. If, during the arrest, you attempt to resist, you might be charged with resisting a lawful arrest. This is a second degree misdemeanor that can...
If you’ve got a child who is starting college next fall, it won’t be long before you’ll be touring campuses (if you’re not already) and helping them select from (you hope) multiple acceptances. Maybe your child is already in college. Either way, you probably haven’t...
If you get pulled over by the police for a traffic stop, the officer is likely going to come up to your car and talk to you. It is at this point that people are sometimes unsure if they have to engage in this conversation or not. They know that they do have a right to...
An assault charge in Pennsylvania threatens your freedom, relationships and other things you may cherish about your life. If convicted, you could face years of incarceration and expensive fines, depending on the severity of the charges (for example, simple vs....
Driving under the influence is a serious offense that puts the driver at risk and endangers the lives of others on the road. To curb drunk driving, Pennsylvania, like many states, has implemented ignition interlock devices as a preventive measure and a part of...
Driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious offense with far-reaching legal and personal consequences. If the police are reasonably suspicious that you are tipsy behind the wheel, they will pull you over for further investigation. This may involve searching...
Embezzlement charges can be devastating, both personally and professionally. If you find yourself falsely accused of embezzlement, taking immediate action is crucial to help protect your reputation, freedom and future. Embezzlement involves misappropriating funds or...
Some bars and nightclubs have installed pay-to-use breath test systems. There are even some companies that directly market pocket testing devices to consumers. For as little as a few hundred dollars, people can have their own pocket test to check their blood alcohol...
When you are accused of a crime, the police will gather more information to support the case. In their investigation, they may interrogate you or request you to submit documents or any other relevant evidence. Should you interact with them? And if you do, won't you...