People who are pulled over usually wonder what triggered the traffic stop. Some may assume the officer pulled them over for no reason at all, even though it’s illegal for a law enforcement officer to stop someone without cause. From the reason for the stop to the...
Pittsburgh Criminal Law Blog
Drivers who pay their tickets can still lose their licenses
With the exception of impaired driving offenses and incidents leading to injury or death, most traffic infractions tend to be relatively minor in nature. Police officers have the authority to pull people over and issue citations for missteps that are as seemingly...
I’m charged with DUI – Now what do I do?
If you are well-known in your community or a successful professional, getting arrested for drunk driving may have been the most mortifying moment of your life so far. You may have worried the entire time that someone you knew drove past and saw you there, performing a...
Coronavirus “Lockdown”
Citizens have two "lockdown" options during the current Coronavirus pandemic - exercising patience and learning to manage that fear and anxiety, or succumbing to their fears and anxiety and making poor choices. The "lockdown" choice is yours - choose wisely!...
Keep Your Independence This Independence Day
The Fourth of July holiday is quickly approaching as summer ramps up (maybe even a glimpse of sun will be seen)! Cookouts, parties, time at the pool, and gathering with family, are all wonderful parts of Independence Day celebrations! A summer holiday and far longer,...