Posts in Collateral Consequences

Sep 29 How Can a Criminal Conviction Affect Your Life?

Aside from the almost unimaginable death penalty, when most people think of the legal punishment for a criminal conviction , they ...

Sep 17 How Can I Defend Against False Allegations of Domestic Violence or Abuse?

Allegations of domestic violence are more common than most people would imagine. For example, in one year there were 108,525 calls ...

Feb 02 Pennsylvania State Police Stop Using Breathalyzers … But This Could Lead to More DUI Arrests

From now on, if the Pennsylvania State Police suspect someone of driving under the influence (DUI) , the state police will NOT be ...

Jan 16 Can a Criminal Conviction Prevent Someone From Legally Owning a Gun or Firearm in PA Even if They Did Not Serve Any Time in Prison?

One of the fundamental rights of American Citizenship is the "Right to Bear Arms." The right to own a gun is guaranteed in the ...

Dec 19 Professional Licensing Disciplinary Proceedings in Pennsylvania — What Is the Pennsylvania Board of Professional and Occupational Affairs (BPOA)?

Everyone is bound to follow the law. However, in Pennsylvania, many people have to follow additional rules, laws, and regulations ...

Dec 01 One Mistake Can Lead to 10 Criminal Charges or More

Most people accused of a crimes don't understand the charges facing them. On TV, an alleged criminal is charged with one crime ...