Understanding Entrapment in Pennsylvania DUI Cases

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
December 18, 2023

When accused of a crime, one of the most common defense strategies that defendants use to fight charges is what’s called “entrapment.” Put simply, entrapment occurs when police officers illegally present an individual with the opportunity to execute a crime, pressure them to commit that crime, and then immediately arrest them. While police are fully […]

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What Must the Prosecution Prove for Drug Delivery Resulting in Death?

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
September 12, 2023

The rise of opioid-related deaths continues to dominate the news, with data from the CDC indicating that overdose deaths involving opioids have increased sixfold since 1999. In an effort to combat this ever-mounting number and curb drug overdose deaths amid the opioid crisis, Pennsylvania police and civil officials have implemented a number of stringent laws. […]

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What to Know about DUI Diversion in Pennsylvania

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
June 16, 2021

Driving under the influence is the most common charge that brings ordinary people into the criminal justice system. In addition to concerns about the loss of driving privileges and potentially hefty fines, individuals who have no experience with incarceration often worry that they’re ill-prepared to serve a jail sentence. Fortunately, some Pennsylvania offenders may be […]

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Frequent Causes of Distracted Driving Not Involving a Cell Phone

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
June 3, 2021

In Pennsylvania, distracted driving accidents are incredibly common. While most people are quick to assume cell phone use is the primary cause of distracted driving accidents, there are a variety of behaviors that fall into this category. In fact, cell phone use often masks the prevalence of other kinds of distracted driving that equally contribute […]

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