Author Archives: David R. Eshelman
32 Arrested in Major Pennsylvania Drug Bust
Police have been conducting surveillance of various Pennsylvania drug dealers for a while, and it has led to a major drug bust of 32 people. According to Pennsylvania law enforcement officers, the bust was connected to a Colombian drug ring that was shipping heroin, methamphetamine and cocaine into the area. The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) […]
New Bill Could Close a Loophole in Pennsylvania DUI Law
A new bill proposed within Pennsylvania state government could close a loophole that has long existed in the state’s laws related to cases of driving under the influence. Representative Gerald Mullery (D-Luzerne) is responsible for the piece of legislation, entitled House Bill 474. According to Mullery, his law would make sure that anyone who has […]
Lancaster County Using Ankle Bracelets to Help Prevent DUIs
Lancaster County is about to put some brand-new technology on display for people who have been convicted of repeat DUIs. Beginning in 2015, all people who receive a repeat DUI charge in the county will face stricter conditions of bail. In addition to being forced to abide by strict curfews and random alcohol and drug […]
Potential Legal Consequences of DUIs
As attitudes toward driving after drinking have changed over the last couple decades, the laws have changed as well to become harsher on people charged with DUIs. In most states, you could face conviction if you have a blood alcohol content level equal to or greater than .08 while behind the wheel, or if you […]
Various Types of White Collar Crime
White collar crime refers to various types of crime commonly associated with the business world. The following is a list of some of the most common types of white collar crime: Bank fraud. Brank fraud is a type of fraud specifically committed against a banking institution. It could involve fraudulent checks or loans, or certain […]
Classifying Crimes by Severity
Whenever a crime is committed, it generally falls into one of three different categories: “summary offense,” “misdemeanor” or “felony.” But what exactly are the specific differences in each of these three categories, and how do courts determine which crimes fall into each category? The following is some more information on each of these three classifications: […]
Pittsburgh Fraud, Uganda Counterfeit Schemes Linked in Unusual Case
A federal investigation in Pittsburgh revealed that fraud that was occurring within the city was actually linked to counterfeit money schemes based in Uganda, a surprising end to investigations that began around Christmas of 2013. The original incident that sparked the investigation happened at a Peet’s Coffee in Pittsburgh. Joseph Graziano Jr., who three months […]
Filing an Appeal When Convicted of a Crime
Just because you are found guilty in your criminal case does not necessarily mean that your case is over. If you believe that you have been subject to a wrongful conviction, you do have the option to either move for a new trial or seek an appeal. An appeal would send your case to a […]
Defense Methods Available for People Charged with Drug Possession
When you are charged with the possession of illegal drugs, whether for personal use or for the intent to sell, there are specific defenses that you might be able to use depending on the circumstances surrounding your case. The following are a few common defense strategies against drug possession charges, some of which are used […]
Potential Defense Strategies for DUI Charges
Pennsylvania, like the rest of the United States, takes charges of driving under the influence (DUI) extremely seriously. People convicted of DUI charges face a wide variety of possible punishments, ranging from having to use interlock ignition devices to being sentenced to jail time or serious fines. However, there are certain defense strategies available to […]
