When spouses or partners are involved in a domestic violence situation, it’s not uncommon for the victim to later backtrack and change their mind about pressing charges against their assaulter. However, once they’ve contacted the police or a domestic violence hotline and reported the abuse, they no longer have the power to drop criminal charges. […]

College can be an incredible opportunity for young people to experiment, learn new things, and make mistakes. However, when it comes to a conviction for driving under the influence, schools won’t take this lightly. If you’re facing a DUI conviction, the consequences can have a ripple effect that touches nearly every facet of life, especially […]

While arrests are made every day for driving under the influence (DUI) in Pennsylvania, law enforcement must follow strict rules and protocols in every DUI investigation. In short, if you’re arrested for a drunk driving offense and police break the two-hour rule, that violation could lead to a dismissal of the charges against you. The […]

Thousands of driver’s licenses are suspended each year in Pennsylvania. Often, drivers are completely unaware of their license’s suspension status until they are pulled over and notified by law enforcement. While a suspension of driving privileges may occur for obvious reasons, such as a DUI, other times, the scenarios are less evident. A suspended driver’s […]