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In the case of domestic violence, the alleged victim might obtain a Protection from Abuse or PFA order. This will limit the activities and contact of the alleged offender. Regardless of what you, the alleged defender think about the terms of the PFA order, the rules and regulations must be abided by. Otherwise, there will…

Every state in the country has driving while intoxicated laws, and every state has a limit as to what constitutes impaired driving. The Governors Highway Safety Association website states that every state except Utah has set that limit at or above a 0.08 percent blood alcohol concentration. Effective December 30, 2018, the legal limit in…

Stalking is defined as repeatedly communicating with or following another person so that it causes the other person a reasonable fear of bodily injury or severe emotional stress. Stalking is classified as either a third-degree felony or a first-degree misdemeanor. A first offense is considered a first-degree misdemeanor. This is the most serious misdemeanor classification. A…

Drivers who hold commercial licenses are required to follow stricter rules than regular drivers. Pennsylvania law forces these higher standards. Commercial drivers have a lower legal blood alcohol content limit when they are operating their commercial vehicle. CDL holders risk losing their driving privileges, and their jobs, by being stopped for suspicion of driving under…

The domestic violence cases in Pennsylvania have seen a disturbing rise in the last 30 years. Although the state does not have a separate domestic violence law, the act in itself falls under the category of other criminal charges. Lawmakers have made stricter provisions, like higher penalties and punishments for the person who commits the…

It’s always important to hire an attorney experienced in handling DUI cases when you have been charged with it. There are many angles to look at in deciding what course you should follow, and you need someone to guide you who has kept up with current case law and understands how the court system works.…

Officials announced today that two men have been arrested and accused of robbing a Circle K convenience store on the North Side of Pittsburgh. Accused are Steven Goldstein, 52, and Andrew Bickus, 49. Each faces charges of criminal conspiracy, robbery, and receiving stolen property. The store they reportedly robbed is located on Brighton Road in…

Receiving a criminal charge can be one of the most challenging moments in your life. When you or someone in your family has been charged with DUI, you go through spells of confusion and fear. Tough it may sound, but it is important to relax and choose a highly-trained Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney with a…

When it comes to abuse, children are considered to be the most vulnerable victims. And that is why Pennsylvania law treats this kind of abuse very seriously. However, at times, people are alleged to the violence and abuse of children. These can be false and exaggerated charges. In fact, often the attempts of discipline might…

When a person is pulled over by the cops, in Pittsburgh or anywhere in Pennsylvania, and the officer or state trooper suspects the driver has been driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, he or she will perform some roadside tests to help them determine that person’s state of inebriation, or lack thereof. One…