Police Observation, Reasonable Suspicion, and Probable Cause
A police officer who has a substantial amount of experience and training in narcotics enforcement can detain a suspect based on that experience
A police officer who has a substantial amount of experience and training in narcotics enforcement can detain a suspect based on that experience
A permit to possess is not a permit to carry in New Jersey. Pennsylvania doesnt restrict the type of firearm but it does limit who may possess a firearm
A permit to purchase a handgun is valid for 90 days and only one handgun can be purchased within a 30 day period.
A drug offense is charged as a felony and or misdemeanor depending on the amount found on a person, paraphernalia, and accused’s actions prior to arrest
Unlike New Jersey, Pennsylvania does not limit the type of weapon which a person may possess. The Commonwealth however does limit who may possess firearms.
Any person found in Philadelphia in possession of a small amount of marijuana (30 grams or less (about an ounce)) will be issued a civil citation
Since a breathalyzer measures the amount of alcohol in a persons body it is important to determine if any conditions could affect breath testing.
While these summer holidays are a time to spend with our friends and family, there is always an increased police presence on the state and local highways
Most people fail to understand the amount of alcohol that will put them over the legal limit and they usually underestimate it.
There are many situations however, where, a person legally owns a gun but illegally carries it outside of their home or place of business.