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Posted in General on June 29, 2025
A Pennsylvania Superior Court decision emphasizes the importance of respecting courtroom rules and judicial authority. In In re: Sheldon Arrington, 2019 PA Super 218, the court upheld a criminal contempt conviction against a long-time Allegheny County probation officer for violating the court’s cellphone policy and disobeying a judge’s direct order. This case highlights the serious… view more
Posted in General on June 29, 2025
The Pennsylvania Superior Court has once again reinforced the importance of protecting drivers’ constitutional rights during DUI investigations. In the decision of Commonwealth v. Krenzel, No. 2049 EDA 2018 (Pa. Super. May 20, 2019), the court reversed a Chester County woman’s DUI conviction after finding that police failed to properly advise her of her right… view more
Posted in General on June 27, 2025
In Commonwealth v. Outlaw, the Pennsylvania Superior Court upheld a direct criminal contempt conviction after a defendant called the judge a profanity during a hearing. This case highlights how verbal outbursts and disruptive behavior in a Pennsylvania courtroom can quickly escalate into a criminal contempt charge under 42 Pa.C.S. § 4132(3). 🧑⚖️ What Happened in… view more
Posted in General on June 26, 2025
In Commonwealth v. Crosby, 30 WAP 2023, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court interpreted the Resisting Arrest statute (18 Pa.C.S. § 5104) and clarified what “substantial force” means to uphold a conviction. 🔑 Legal Question What does it mean to “employ…means justifying or requiring substantial force to overcome the resistance” under 18 Pa.C.S. § 5104 [resisting arrest]? Crosby was… view more
Posted in General on June 25, 2025
In a significant ruling on Pennsylvania traffic law, the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania in Commonwealth v. Chisebwe (2024), held that drivers must immediately present their license and registration when requested by police during a lawful traffic stop. A 25-minute delay—even if the documents are eventually produced—violates the Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Code. 🔍 Case Background: What Happened… view more
Posted in General on March 31, 2020
The Coronavirus epidemic is bringing out the best in some people, with people sewing masks for medical personnel, and community members coming together to support one another with physical, mental, and emotional needs. Regrettably, bad times also brings out the worst in some people, exemplified by a recent vigilante incident in Maine. According to online… view more
Posted in General on October 7, 2017
Everyone knows that underage and binge drinking is not a Penn State problem but is instead a problem at college campuses across the United States. However, following the death of Timothy Piazza, whom the Centre County District Attorney has claimed may have had a blood alcohol level as high as .36%, Penn State and excessive… view more
Posted in General on September 22, 2017
While partying is a part of college life, do not assume the law will let you off easy. Knowing the legal penalties of certain actions can keep you from unintentionally getting yourself into trouble. If you believe any of these myths, review the truth before going to the next party. It may come as an… view more
Posted in Drug Possession, General on July 26, 2017
Everyone is aware of the opioid crisis and significant increase in overdose deaths in the United States. The Pennsylvania legislature has tried to encourage people to call for medical assistance for people that were suffering from an overdose by passing a law that was supposed to protect both the caller and the person suffering from an… view more
Posted in General on July 5, 2017
Penn State is home to several sports teams. Whether you are catching a football game or showing your support for the track runners, it is easy to get excited and invested in the success of the players and team. This passion, though, can quickly transform into aggression. According to the Huffington Post, domestic violence is… view more
