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DUI checkpoint: PA State Police announces holiday drunk driving enforcement

The Pennsylvania State Police Belle Vernon barracks announced that they will be conducting a DUI checkpoint somewhere in Fayette, Washington, and Westmoreland counties over Labor...

PA Governor announces special marijuana pardon project; relief only available until September 30th

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf announced a new, short-term expedited pardon for people who have been convicted of marijuana possession in Pennsylvania....

Back to School Law: Hazing and illegal initiations in Pennsylvania

A central Pennsylvania high school canceled its football team season due to hazing. A western Pennsylvania high school is currently investigating a separate hazing incident....

New federal regulations for “ghost guns” and partially completed frames or receivers take effect

On August 24th, new ATF regulations clarifying the definition of a privately made firearm and adding requirements to federally licensed sellers of firearms made from partially...

AI and the Law: A father took a picture of his child for medical treatment and ended up being investigated for child exploitation

The New York Times reported that a San Francisco father was subjected to a criminal investigation after Google's artificial intelligence incorrectly classified photos of his son...

Back to School Law: Stopping for School Buses and Slowing in School Zones

With Back to School season in full swing, it’s important to be aware of the laws that are specific to school buses and active school zones. https://youtu.be/FtkEw-ztjR0 Stopping...