Monthly Archives: January 2016
What to Know About Cocaine Possession Cases
Criminal charges for cocaine possession are somewhat similar to other drug possession cases, but often carry more serious penalties because of the type of drug cocaine is. There are two main types of cocaine possession cases: simple possession and constructive possession. Simple possession refers to a person who has cocaine on his or her person […]
Police Uncover Identity Theft Scheme in New Jersey, Pennsylvania
A special task force of police officers from Bergen County, New Jersey and Philadelphia recently collected sufficient evidence to charge 20 people with playing a role in a large identity fraud ring. The investigation lasted more than a year, and nine of the 20 suspects were arrested the same day the charges were issued, with […]
Suspect in Fatal DUI Case Loses Chance at Plea Deal
A man from Pennsylvania facing charges related to a fatal car accident he allegedly caused while driving under the influence of morphine and alcohol was not allowed to plead guilty after failing a drug test. The 28-year-old man reportedly appeared drowsy in court, which led court officials to be suspicious of his sobriety. The Cambria […]
Pennsylvania Senator Gets Probation for DUI
A high-ranking official in the Pennsylvania state senate was accepted into a probation program for first-time offenders after being accused of operating his motorcycle while under the influence of alcohol. Sen. Pat Browne of Lehigh was officially charged with driving under the influence after a May accident on an off-ramp of Interstate 78 after blood […]