Drugs & Drug Paraphernalia – Felony vs. Misdemeanor Offenses
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
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.
The majority of offenses that we see during the Spring pertain to the the illegal possession of drugs, narcotics, guns, firearms, and drunk driving (DUI/DWI).
This article focuses on extended terms or enhanced sentences in New Jersey based on certain criteria within a persons criminal history
Courts can deviate from sentencing guidelines and are only required to provide reasoning for the deviation.