On behalf of Decker Bradburn, Attorneys at Law | May 12, 2020 | Drug Crimes
There is a fine line between legal and illegal drugs. While you may think that using or buying a legal drug will protect you from criminal charges, this may not be true. The U.S. Department of Justice explains that drugs you can legally buy can become illegal if you...
On behalf of Decker Bradburn, Attorneys at Law | Feb 26, 2020 | Drug Crimes
Several municipalities in Pennsylvania have passed ordinances decriminalizing the possession of under an ounce of cannabis. Still, the police in these cities may arrest and charge you if they find you carrying even a small amount of marijuana. According to the York...
On behalf of Decker Bradburn, Attorneys at Law | Feb 12, 2020 | Drug Crimes
When an individual has an arrest on their criminal record, it should not ruin their future. According to Criminaldefenceblawg, individuals may still look past the difficulties and challenges of getting arrested and facing legal punishments. Similarly, they may look up...
On behalf of Decker Bradburn, Attorneys at Law | Dec 5, 2019 | Drug Crimes
When you have been convicted of a drug-related crime in Pennsylvania, your future may be uncertain as you learn how your actions will impact your effort to maintain relationships, build trust in others and qualify for a job. At Decker Bradburn Attorneys at Law, we see...
On behalf of Decker Bradburn, Attorneys at Law | Sep 17, 2019 | Drug Crimes
In the US, the opioid epidemic continues and Pennsylvania is no exception. In many states, policymakers face uncertainty on how to curb the epidemic and reduce the overdose rates. The Good Samaritan law is among the attempts at reducing overdoses. The NCSL reports...
On behalf of Decker Bradburn, Attorneys at Law | Aug 29, 2019 | Drug Crimes
When someone is charged with an offense that involves drugs, there are many different consequences they may lose sleep about. From time behind bars to an inability to continue their college education, these cases are very serious and can turn someone’s life upside...
by Decker Bradburn, Attorneys at Law | Jun 6, 2018 | Drug Crimes
Although illicit drugs are dangerous, some college students nevertheless choose to experiment with them. Sometimes, this involves supplying friends with illegal drugs or prescription medications. Few of these young people anticipate that their friends may suffer a...
by Decker Bradburn, Attorneys at Law | Apr 26, 2018 | Drug Crimes
Just before the second anniversary of megastar Prince’s death, federal prosecutors have announced they will file no criminal charges in the case. Prince died at age 57 in April 2016, after overdosing on fentanyl-laced pain pills. He was found unresponsive at his...
by Decker Bradburn, Attorneys at Law | Apr 10, 2018 | Drug Crimes
One of the most troubling parts of the War on Drugs is the way that it can divide families. In a recent case in Clearfield, an alleged member of a Houtzdale cocaine distribution ring received a lighter sentence because he has been cooperating in the prosecution of his...
by Decker Bradburn, Attorneys at Law | Apr 3, 2018 | Drug Crimes
Suboxone, generically known as buprenorphine and naloxone, is commonly prescribed to treat opioid addiction. Unfortunately, prison-based opioid addiction treatment often doesn’t provide the drug or the relief it offers to suffering addicts. It seems, however,...
