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Understanding Philadelphia’s Marijuana Decriminalization Bill
Philadelphia made national news earlier this month when Mayor Michael Nutter signed a bill decriminalizing possession of marijuana in amounts up to 30 grams. With a...
Read MoreHow Long Does a Pennsylvania DUI Stay on Your Record?
In Pennsylvania, DUI or Driving Under the Influence is usually considered a misdemeanor. While a misdemeanor is less serious than a felony, it can still trigger a slew...
Read MoreWarrants for Traffic Tickets Explained
After you’re issued a traffic ticket, you have two options: you can accept it and pay the fine, or deny it and fight the ticket in court. But if you do neither,...
Read MoreThe Formal Criminal Arraignment Process in Pennsylvania
The justice system can be confusing, especially for people who have never been charged with a crime and don’t know what to expect after an arrest. However, the...
Read MoreIs DUI Caused by Marijuana Covered by the ARD Program?
Pennsylvania offers an ARD Program (Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition) for certain DUI offenders. ARD is a wonderful opportunity, because successful...
Read MoreWhat Happens if I Miss My Court Date?
Court can be an intimidating place. For some people, the prospect of facing judges, juries, and prosecutors is so intimidating that they decide to skip their court...
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