The Penalties for Possession of Marijuana in Pennsylvania

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
June 18, 2015

While some states throughout the U.S. have legalized marijuana for medicinal and recreational purposes, Pennsylvania is not yet one of them. As such, the possession of this Schedule I substance is considered a serious crime and a conviction on these charges could result in significant penalties. The Pennsylvania State Police report that in June of […]

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PA Supreme Court: Police Can Search Vehicles Without Warrant

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
May 22, 2014

The United States Constitution protects all citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures, but this right typically applies only to a person’s home or place of business. Until recently, however, authorities in Pennsylvania were required to obtain a warrant from a judge before searching a vehicle for evidence of a drug crime, sex crime, or even […]

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