What To Do If Your Child Is Accused of Sexual Assault in Pennsylvania
If your child was accused of a sex crime, you may have many concerns, such as, will they be charged as an adult, will your child be required to register as a sex offender, will your child be facing time…
What to Do If Your Child Has Been Charged with a DUI in PA
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, alcohol is a factor in more than one third of fatal crashes involving 16 to 20 year olds. In an effort to reduce this heavy toll, Pennsylvania has instituted a zero tolerance…
New Law Makes Hazing a Felony in Pennsylvania
In response to the death of a Penn State freshman, Pennsylvania has enacted a new anti-hazing law. Known as the “Timothy Piazza Anti-Hazing Law,” the new legislation raises the classification of fraternity hazing to a felony. Named for the student…
How to Handle an Underage DUI in PA
Pennsylvania DUI laws can be very strict. If you or a loved one are arrested and charged with underage DUI, these laws can place you in jail and require you to pay large fines. Even first DUI offenses can cause…
Can An Underage DUI Affect Financial Aid?
For those under the age of 21, being convicted of a DUI can have dire consequences. While jail time is not typically assigned for an underage DUI, the criminal penalties are still serious. They often include being placed in a…
Tailgating & Underage DUI
Being convicted of a DUI is very serious, especially if you are under the age of 21. If you have been charged with an underage DUI, you may be worried about the consequences that a conviction could bring. Depending on…
What Happens if Police Arrest Me for a DUI and I Am Under 21?
While teenage and college years are frequently a time of social and recreational exploration, sometimes involving drugs, alcohol, and motor vehicles, these years can lead to devastating consequences when underage drinking and driving occur together. According to the Pennsylvania Department…
How Can I Remove a DUI from Criminal Record in Pennsylvania?
Anyone with a DUI conviction who’s been refused a job, housing option, or professional license knows the pain of having a DUI offense on a criminal record. Fortunately, Pennsylvania allows individuals to erase parts of their criminal record in a…
5 Tips to Avoid a DUI in Pittsburgh this Spring Break
If you are facing your first DUI or are a repeat DUI offender, contact the Pittsburgh DUI attorneys at Worgul, Sarna & Ness, Criminal Defense Attorneys, LLC. When you call today, you will receive a free and confidential case evaluation….
Underage Drinking in Pittsburgh
It may not seem like a big deal to have a few drinks at a college party. In fact, for many people, enjoying a few beers before a game or toasting with a bottle of sparkling wine is a normal…
