by Lea Bickerton | Jul 17, 2026 | Blog, Gun Rights, Know The Law, Law Learning Center
Although the right to bear arms is protected by the Pennsylvania and United States Constitutions, it is possible to lose those rights. In fact, under certain circumstances, the mere possession of a firearm is a felony offense. Losing the right to possess a firearm... by Lea Bickerton | May 14, 2026 | Blog
A bipartisan group of representatives in the Pennsylvania General Assembly has introduced a resolution that would have the Pennsylvania Commission on Sentencing study bail in the state. In announcing the proposed resolution, State Representative Tim Bonner noted that... by Lea Bickerton | May 11, 2026 | Blog, In the News, Technology and Criminal Law
While new types of technology have created new ways to break old wiretapping laws, Fast Company reported on a technological advance in wiretapping: native phone call recording. The article deals with the Apple iPhone feature that lets users record phone calls without... by Lea Bickerton | May 8, 2026 | Blog, Blog Posts, In the News, Proposed Laws
South Carolina congressmen have introduced a bill that would create a registry of people who have been convicted of violent crimes. Under the bill, anyone who has been convicted of a violent crime punishable by more than 180 days of incarceration would be included in... by Lea Bickerton | May 6, 2026 | Blog, In the News, Juvenile Issues, Traffic Ticket
Police in Washington County, Pennsylvania have charged the parents of a juvenile who crashed a dirt bike. According to the police, the dirt bike wasn’t street legal. The parents have been charged with endangering the welfare of children and were cited for 10 motor... by Lea Bickerton | May 5, 2026 | Blog
Local news reports that the City of Pittsburgh implemented a mandatory chaperone policy for minors who plan to enter Market Square between 3:00 PM and midnight. While chaperone policies for juveniles have previously been enacted at city pools in the past, a policy...