How to get Drug Paraphernalia Charges Dropped
One of the most common charges issued in the Pittsburgh area is drug paraphernalia charges. Many believe that an individual must be in possession of an illegal substance to be charged, but this is far from the truth. Drug paraphernalia…
Charges for THC Vape Pen, Dabs & Wax in Pittsburgh
There are a number of ways to use marijuana. But unfortunately, there are also a lot of ways it can lead to criminal charges. Vaping, dabbing, and smoking marijuana is incredibly popular, increasingly easy to get for medical marijuana patients…
Is Medical Marijuana a Probation Violation in PA?
Pennsylvania may have legalized it, but some counties in the Commonwealth still consider medical marijuana a probation violation. If you’re a medical marijuana patient who lives in Philadelphia or Pittsburgh, using your medication will probably not count as a probation…
Driving Stoned: Marijuana DUI Laws
Across the country, more and more states are legalizing marijuana, either for medical use or even recreational purposes. Currently, cannabis is illegal for recreational use in Pennsylvania, but possession of small amounts is decriminalized in several largest cities, including Pittsburgh….
Why Are Police in PA Looking for Green Tongues in Marijuana DUI Stops?
Many people who have been pulled over throughout Pennsylvania are reporting that police checked their tongues for a green coating. This may seem very odd, but it has actually been a practice followed by many law enforcement agencies throughout the…
Pitt Develops THC Breathalyzer – More Marijuana DUIs are Coming
A handheld breathalyzer device that can detect THC has been developed at the University of Pittsburgh. While the device is not yet ready for mass production, it could be coming within a few months. This means the police will soon…
Can I Still be Charged with a Marijuana Crime if Recreational Marijuana is Legal in Pennsylvania?
Recreational marijuana has been decriminalized in several districts within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. While technically illegal, the possession of small amounts of cannabis in some areas is not pursued criminally. If you are caught, you can expect a small fine….
How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania allows you to use marijuana for certain medicinal conditions. However, you cannot simply walk into a dispensary and buy what you think you need. You must abide by a specific process before you can lawfully purchase, possess, and use…
Federal Enforcement of Marijuana Laws May Impact Pennsylvania
In December of 2015, the Pittsburgh City Council voted to decriminalize the possession of less than 30 grams of marijuana. This means that if you get caught with a few joints within Pittsburgh city limits, the police will give you…
The Medical Marijuana Act Is Now Law In Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is the 24th state to legalize the use of medical cannabis through the Medical Marijuana Act, which went into effect in May of this year. The law did not address the recreational use of marijuana, which remains unlawful. The…
