Williamsport Legal Blog
Facts from the World Health Organization about car crashes
What if we lived in a world where no one died from a car crash? It sounds like pure fantasy, right? But a 150 years ago, this was a reality that everyone knew. And, when Henry Ford started pumping out Model A's, he probably wasn't thinking too much about the fact that...
Two possible defenses to a drug charge
Imagine you were spending time at a friend's house and the police come banging on the door. Unbeknownst to you, your friend has been engaged in drug dealing. Alternately, imagine that you're traveling in a friend's car and a routine traffic stop turns into a drug bust...
How will a criminal defense attorney help me?
You always have the right to defend yourself against criminal charges pro se, which means that you can defend yourself without representation from an attorney. However, you also have the right to representation. Even if you can't afford a lawyer on your own, the state...
1 sign your marriage could be headed for divorce
Self-improvement, learning new things, fun hobbies, healthy diets and vigorous exercise regimes are usually an excellent sign that someone is taking control of his or her life to find greater enjoyment and health. However, in the case of a marriage that's been on the...
Pennsylvania roads see holiday increase of crashes and DUI’s
The start of the holiday travel season has not started off too well for drivers in Pennsylvania. The Thanksgiving holiday weekend around Pennsylvania saw an increase in accidents and DUI’s this year compared to last. While Thanksgiving is known for being one of the...
What can people accused of selling cocaine face in Pennsylvania?
Being accused of cocaine crimes in Pennsylvania can expose a person to serious potential penalties. The potential consequences can be particularly harsh if a person is accused of having sold cocaine. Here in Pennsylvania, selling cocaine is a felony offense,...
The powers of campus security
Whether you call them rent-a-cops or campus security, there's no denying their ability to intimidate students on campus. No matter what you call them, they may have more power than you think. It may seem like the only function of campus security is to issue parking...
States taking aggressive approach to distracted driving
Car accidents caused by a distracted driver are devastating for many reasons. First, they can result in catastrophic or fatal injuries for people who had no way of identifying or avoiding the distracted party. Second, they do not have to happen; people can stop...
Beware: Halloween criminal offenses can haunt you for years
While trick-or-treaters may not be coming until next week, Halloween celebrations are already underway across Pennsylvania. This weekend in particular can serve as the perfect time for kids and young adults to engage in Halloween hijinks. However, it doesn't take much...
More changes coming to Pennsylvania marijuana penalties
In recent years, the legal landscape around marijuana and marijuana-related crimes has changed considerably in this state and many others in the U.S. With such sweeping changes in policies and attitudes, many people argue that law enforcement needs to make similar...