Driving under the influence in Pennsylvania is a serious offense with severe consequences. The state has strict laws and penalties in place to deter individuals from operating a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs. Individuals must understand and adhere to the...
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The impact of domestic violence on child custody during divorce
The wrenching process of divorce becomes even more complex when there are children involved. A concerning factor that can influence child custody decisions is the presence of domestic violence within the family. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic...
Is it a crime to keep your neighbor’s misdelivered package for yourself?
Although online shopping existed long before the COVID-19 pandemic, more people began to use websites like Amazon and eBay to purchase items at the height of the global health crisis. Today, online shopping has become so big that even brick-and-mortar retailers have...
Do you face specific penalties for stealing items from a car?
Theft isn’t a victimless crime, even if you take items seemingly abandoned by their owners. Like other U.S. states, Pennsylvania has laws prohibiting stealing, and those convicted are punished according to the total value of the items they thieved. Pennsylvania also...
How to spot a spouse concealing assets in a divorce
A U.S. News and World Report survey in 2022 revealed that 30% of couples deal with financial infidelity, which is hiding financial debts and transactions from a spouse. Such behaviors are more rampant during a divorce when it comes to property division matters. Being...
How to protect your children’s well-being during a custody battle
According to a recent study conducted by the National Center for Family & Marriage Research, approximately 1.2 million children each year in the United States find themselves in the middle of a custody dispute. Navigating the complexities of a custody battle can...
What should you do right after getting pulled over while driving?
Being pulled over by law enforcement can be a nerve-wracking experience for any driver. It is important to maintain composure and handle the situation respectfully. Following a guide on what to do right after getting pulled over can help create a smooth interaction...
How reliable is an eyewitness testimony?
Law enforcement agents and officers arrest thousands of people each year in the United States based on eyewitness testimonies. Eyewitness testimonies are the accounts of people who have witnessed an event or significant occurrence. The problem is that eyewitness...
High blood alcohol concentrations lead to harsher DUI punishments
In Pennsylvania, officers can charge drivers with driving under the influence (DUI) if they consumed enough alcohol to impair their ability to drive safely. By law, this usually means the driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC) level is at least .08%, but the state can...
What can cause you to lose child custody?
Child custody is one of the most sensitive and critical issues in family law. You may think custody arrangements are permanent, but they can change under specific circumstances. If the court finds any indication that a child's safety or welfare is at risk, it may...