Will i be charged with anything? I had a passenger in my car and the cops stopped us and found a bong, grinder and a bowl on him

If the drug paraphernalia was actually on your friend's body--as opposed to just being near him in the car--then I have a hard time imagining you...

Do I need a lawyer for a contempt hearing for non payment of fines

I haven't done one of these hearings in Snyder County, but yes, you could go to jail. Generally, these hearings involve paying an amount that is...

In Pennsylvania misdemeanor charges are brought via the filing of a criminal complaint, not a citation. Also, if any traffic offenses are attached...

Can I be charged for retail theft from 2015 that my friend is on video doing?

The statute of limitations is five years for theft offenses, including retail theft. Sorry.

Can a cop bust me by saying he smelled alcohol on me?

I think they would have a hard time successfully violating you if the only evidence is testimony from the officer indicating that he smelled...

Do you plead guilty for wearing headphones while driving?

You should've received a paper citation in the mail that provides a spot for you to sign a plea (guilty or not guilty) and send it back via mail. ...

Why are the courts able to keep continuing his case?

There is no limit on the number a times a case can be continued. There is an urban legend that each side gets three continuances, but that it just...

I'm not sure what Boscov's usual policy is with these cases. Each store kind of has their own ground rules when it comes to handling Retail Theft...

Is my employer infringing upon my 1st amendment rights?

I can't give you a definitive answer without knowing exactly how you are employed (and I understand your desire not to reveal that here) but I...

Can I be arrested for driving under the influence while on a prescribed Fentanyl patch in Pennsylvania?

There isn't a clear cut answer to this question as any number of things could be going on here. There is a long-standing myth that you can't be...