Williamsport Legal Blog
Can campus police search my dorm room?
For most college students, moving out of their parents' home and into a dormitory is a rite of passage. For many first-year students, it's the first time they have lived away from home. Though their dorm room is tiny, and they may have to share it with a roommate, it...
What are the three levels of DUI in Pennsylvania?
When Pennsylvania drivers receive their first DUI charge, there isn’t a one size fits all set of consequences. Rather, a suspect’s blood alcohol content (BAC) level guides the penalties they will face. Here are three levels of DUI charges a first-time offender may...
What is a Nebbia order?
You have been arrested and the judge has set your bail. You are ready to post bail and get out of jail, but the district attorney and the judge say you have to undergo another hearing first. What is going on? You might be experiencing a Nebbia hold. Essentially,...
College kids and amphetamines—Not a great combination
College kids in the Williamsport area are under a lot of stress. They are taking difficult classes, confronted with loads of homework and exams, and many have to hold down a job as well in order to pay tuition. There is no doubt college kids are extremely busy and in...
Medical marijuana is DUI risk
Almost 200,000 people in Pennsylvania are state-approved medical marijuana patients. But Pennsylvania has a zero-tolerance limit for THC which places these patients at the risk of a criminal law prosecution for driving under the influence. Cannabis or marijuana is...
Top things to know about alimony
When you get a divorce, one of the issues the court may address is the awarding of alimony. These spousal support payments are something the court uses to ensure that one spouse does not suffer financial hardship after a divorce. According to the Pennsylvania General...
Federal penalties for cocaine trafficking are severe
There are many people in Pennsylvania who use various drugs. Many people take these drugs for medical purposes and receive them through prescriptions from doctors. However, not all people who take drugs do so with a prescription. Also, there are many drugs that people...
Williamsport man arrested on drug charges after fleeing police
Law enforcement in Williamsport and across Pennsylvania are vigilant in addressing the rising drug problem in the state and across the nation. Heroin and fentanyl are two of the most common drugs that are being sold and used. When there is an arrest for drug...
Pedestrian fatalities spike in Pennsylvania and nation
Pennsylvania residents may be very aware that new vehicle technologies often focus on improving safety, but they may also wonder if those technologies are achieving their stated goals. It appears that in some cases, the realities on the road show that more people face...
What risks do motorcyclists face on the road?
Many motorcyclists find the riding experience exhilarating, and while riding the road can be a lot of fun, it can also present special dangers. Motorcycles do not insulate their riders from outside forces, so an automobile accident can subject a rider to serious or...
