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What Is The Difference Between Drug Possession And Possession With Intent To Deliver In Pennsylvania?

By Gary E. Gerson |

Two people can be found with the exact same drugs in their pocket, yet walk away facing entirely different charges. How is that possible? In Pennsylvania, the difference often comes down to a single word: intent. Understanding how prosecutors draw that line can make a real difference in how seriously your case is treated…. Read More »

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5 Common Defenses Used In Pittsburgh DUI Cases

By Gary E. Gerson |

Getting pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving can feel like the outcome is already decided the moment those lights flash in your rearview mirror. It isn’t. Pennsylvania’s DUI statute, 75 Pa.C.S. Section 3802, requires the prosecution to prove specific elements beyond just a number on a breathalyzer, and several recurring defense strategies show… Read More »

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How Bail And Bond Work In Allegheny County: What Defendants And Families Should Know

By Gary E. Gerson |

Getting a call that a loved one has been arrested tends to trigger one urgent question above all others: how do we get them out? Bail exists to answer that question, allowing a defendant to remain free while a case moves forward, provided certain conditions are met. Understanding how bail actually works in Allegheny… Read More »

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Pittsburgh Gun Charges And Federal Law: When Does A State Case Become A Federal Case?

By Gary E. Gerson |

You got arrested on a gun charge in Pittsburgh, so this is a state matter, right? Not necessarily. A surprising number of firearms cases that start with a local police stop end up in federal court instead of the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas, and the shift can catch people off guard. Understanding… Read More »

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