While all states in the US have laws on the books regarding assault, the details can vary in different jurisdictions. In the state of Pennsylvania, there are two varieties of assault: simple and aggravated. The difference between simple and aggravated assault is the...
Month: May 2021
What are the elements of entrapment?
If you face drug charges after dealing with an undercover officer, you may be wondering whether he or she performed a fair arrest. While officers have a right to investigate without revealing their identity, there are rules for soliciting a crime. According to the...
Assistance for a student facing a college disciplinary hearing
Students attending Penn State University are expected to conform to the Code of Conduct. If you are a student accused of misconduct or charged with a crime, you must schedule a hearing at the Office of Student Conduct. Serious consequences are possible, but the...
3 common defenses to BUI charges
As temperatures climb, you may be itching to pull your boat out of storage and prepare for a summer on the lake. If you intend to consume alcohol on the water, though, you may have some concerns about boating under the influence. Operating a watercraft with a blood...