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Are You Eligible for the Bucks County Recovery Court Program?

Lenore Suhanec2024-09-27T19:06:27-04:00September 27th, 2024|Bucks County Programs, Criminal Defense, Drug Offense Charges|

The Bucks County Recovery Court began in 2010 for adults who are high risk/high need, non-violent offenders. It requires a minimum of one year to complete drug and/or alcohol rehabilitation programs. Upon completion, depending on which group they fall into, participants will not only be able to overcome their substance abuse problems but will also have the opportunity to have their criminal charges reduced or dismissed. Bucks County criminal defense attorney Keith J. Williams is dedicated to helping non-violent drug offenders avoid conviction, while also getting them the help and support they need through the Bucks County Recovery Court Program. While [...]

Will Driving High Get You a DUI?
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Will Driving High Get You a DUI?

Drug Offense Charges, DUI Defense

Will Driving High Get You a DUI?

Lenore Suhanec2021-12-07T19:32:04-05:00August 24th, 2021|Drug Offense Charges, DUI Defense|

Marijuana DUI in Pennsylvania As you are aware, driving under the influence of alcohol can lead to a DUI arrest. But can you get a DUI for marijuana use in PA? The answer is YES! Driving under the influence of marijuana is a crime. You can be charged with a drug-related DUI after any marijuana use, even if you were not physically or cognitively impaired and have a legal prescription for Medical Marijuana. Per Se DUI Laws for Marijuana Per Se laws make it illegal to drive with a drug in your body that exceeds a [...]

New Amendment to End License Suspensions for Drug Crimes
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New Amendment to End License Suspensions for Drug Crimes

Drug Offense Charges, Pennsylvania Law

New Amendment to End License Suspensions for Drug Crimes

Lenore Suhanec2019-02-07T22:47:47-05:00December 24th, 2018|Drug Offense Charges, Pennsylvania Law|

From 2011 to 2016, about 149,000 people in Pennsylvania had their driver’s license suspended after being convicted of drug crimes that were unrelated to driving. That’s 149,000 people that had their job placed in jeopardy and their driver’s license taken away despite committing no vehicle-related crime. Recently, however, PA lawmakers passed a law that will revoke the mandatory driver’s license suspensions in these scenarios. Many lawmakers noted these suspensions to be counterproductive, punitive, and disproportionately affecting communities with lower socioeconomic standing. About the New License Suspensions Law Pennsylvania House Bill 163 is to amend Titles 4 (Amusements), 18 (Crimes & [...]

3 Things to Know About Drug Possession Laws in Pennsylvania

Lenore Suhanec2018-11-13T19:30:30-05:00June 13th, 2018|Drug Offense Charges, Pennsylvania Law|

Drug crimes across the nation, and in Pennsylvania specifically, are rising. According to one of the latest Uniform Crime Reports published by the FBI, drug arrests, whether it’s a drug delivery, drug possession or prescription fraud, happen every 20 seconds. In fact, from 2015 to 2016, national drug arrests have substantially gone up, going from 1,488,707 to 1,572,579 in just one short year. Under current Pennsylvania law, it is a crime to possess any drug including marijuana, cocaine, opioids, and methamphetamines. And because state laws are constantly changing, Bucks County criminal defense lawyer Keith J. Williams wants to take this [...]

Are You Eligible for the Bucks County Recovery Court Program?

Will Driving High Get You a DUI?

Will Driving High Get You a DUI?

New Amendment to End License Suspensions for Drug Crimes

New Amendment to End License Suspensions for Drug Crimes

3 Things to Know About Drug Possession Laws in Pennsylvania

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