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Unfortunately, young adults commit a disproportionate percentage of crimes in the United States. According to the US Department of Justice, young adults between 18 and 24 accounted for 19% of all arrests in 2020. Most people make their worst mistakes when they are...
If you recently had your backpack, purse or another personal belonging searched by police, you may be wondering what your rights are and if you could have done anything differently. Knowing your rights is an important step to regaining control of your life. Here is...
As a commercial driver, a DUI charge can have serious repercussions. A conviction can directly impact your professional license and ability to work. Furthermore, a DUI while driving a commercial vehicle can lead to more severe and long-lasting penalties. If you are...
Divorce can impact so more than just your relationship with your spouse. When you build a life together, the separation can disrupt nearly every element of it, including your financial security. If one or both spouses own a small business, this disruption can be...
The question of alimony resulting from a divorce is a sensitive topic. Even so, it bears examination each time a marriage dissolves. Alimony for a divorce in Pennsylvania falls into a trio of categories. Their definitions hinge on the status of the process. What are...
If you are facing charges for a criminal offense, you want to spend as little time as possible behind bars. Still, after your arrest, a judge may order you to pay bail before your pre-trial release. Bail is simply money or assets you provide in exchange for your...
A police officer in Pennsylvania has the right to pull you over if there is reasonable cause to do so. What if the stop is a part of a sobriety checkpoint? Do the same rights apply? Your rights as a driver are no different at a checkpoint than at any other time when...
For many people, their university years are key for preparing for the future. When your college-age child faces charges for alcohol consumption, you may worry that the consequences will present a roadblock to his or her success. As the parent of a college student,...
When arrested in Pennsylvania, most people will face either a misdemeanor or felony charge. Whether a crime is a felony or misdemeanor will have a significant impact on the penalties they receive if convicted. Here are the key differences between these two types of...
Parents who share custody or parenting time need to go through the right legal channels before planning a big move. If you have an existing court order that grants your children’s other parent the right to spend time with your children, you need to petition for a...
