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| June 02, 2010 |
| West Scranton Underage Drinking Charges |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| The Times-Tribune reports today that police cited twenty kids from West Scranton High School for underage drinking at a post-prom party in Wayne County over the weekend. All were charged as juveniles.
Juvenile charges mean that the consequences for having broken the law will likely focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment. Whenever you are accused of any juvenile crime, whether underage drinking or something else, you should speak with an experienced Scranton criminal defense lawyer who specializes in the juvenile criminal justice system.
A Scranton criminal defense attorney from Rogan Law can advise you about what to do to protect your rights and to look out for your own best interetsts as your charges are resolved.
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| October 12, 2009 |
| DUI Lawyer Scranton |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| Driving under the influence of alcohol - DUI - remains a pervasive problem in our area and throughout our state. For this reason, Pennsylvania legislators have proposed that judicial districts, with support from a statewide, court-appointed DUI court coordinator and an advisory committee, be permitted to establish DUI courts as a special criminal docket that admits defendants into alcohol treatment services and charges them a surcharge to be used to fund the courts and their treatment services.
The bill in question - House Bill 1919 P.N. 2565 - may or may not move forward, depending on how the house judiciary committee to which it was referred decides to act. But it is clear that despite its economic challenges, Pennsylvania remains focused on responding forcefully and effectively to DUI crimes.
If you find yourself searching for "DUI lawyer Scranton," then you need to consult a Scranton DUI attorney at Rogan Law. A random "DUI attorney Scranton" search may or may not connect you with an attorney who will provide you with the personalized legal support you need, but contacting a Scranton DUI lawyer at Rogan Law will.
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| October 08, 2009 |
| Pocono DUI Charges |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| You don't have to look very far to see how negatively drunk driving affects people's lives. From the victims of drunk driving accidents and the families of those victims, to the families of drunk drivers and the drivers themselves, DUI hurts everyone involved.
A man in his fifties - a guy who had never had legal problems, a guy with a good, steady job - made the terrible mistake of deciding to consume alcohol and then get behind the wheel. He struck another car - a mom driving her son to a roller rink - and injured her so badly that she can no longer work. Her son, who blamed himself, required psychiatric care and still fears car travel. And we all know this could have been much, much worse.
But somehow, even though we all know how terrible drunk driving can be, many, many people still get behind the wheel after drinking alcohol. If you live in the Poconos, then driving for a half hour or an hour to get where you're going is quite common. Someone having a couple beers and then driving those windy, poorly lit country roads - dangerous as it is - is something that happens every day.
If you have made the mistake of driving under the influence of alcohol in the Pocono Mountains, then you need a Poconos DUI lawyer to help you sort through the consequences of your decision.
A Poconos DUI attorney from Rogan Law can help you understand your legal rights and can provide you with a strong, effective defense, even if a breath or blood analysis showed that your blood-alcohol level was over the legal limit.
Contact Rogan Law today for a free consultation.
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| October 08, 2009 |
| Wilkes-Barre DUI |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| Wilkes University students publish a student newspaper, The Beacon, which recently made an excellent case in favor of Wilkes-Barre's need for establishing more DUI checkpoints near Public Square. Citing accident reports and local and national statistics, an opinion piece in the paper argued that checkpoints set up every weekend in the vicinity of the square would deter drunk drivers and, potentially, save lives.
In my lifetime, the public's attitude and the laws regarding drunk driving have changed dramatically. Unfortunately, not everyone's behavior has changed as a result.
If you have been arrested for Wilkes-Barre DUI, then you probably have a lot of questions that you need answered. A Wilkes-Barre DUI lawyer from Rogan Law can provide you with answers to your questions and can address any additional concerns you may have regarding DUI, DWI or OUI charges. An experienced Wilkes-Barre DUI attorney can help defend you against any of these charges, even if a breath or blood test showed your BAC to be over the legal limit.
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| October 01, 2009 |
| Schuylkill County DUI Homicide |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| The Times Leader reports that police arrested a Schuylkill County man this past Tuesday and charged him with homicide by vehicle while driving under the influence (DUI), accidents involving death, failure to notify law enforcement authorities of an accident, two counts of driving under the influence and several traffic violations.
When drunk drivers become involved with accidents that result in injuries or deaths, they face very serious penalties. If you are arrested for a Schuylkill County DUI, Luzerne County DUI or any northeast PA DUI, then you need a skilled Wilkes-Barre criminal defense attorney to defend you. This is especially true if you were involved in an accident while driving under the influence.
Oftentimes, individuals arrested for driving under the influence lose hope because they feel there is too much evidence against them, but a good Wilkes-Barre DUI attorney will tell you there are ways of defending against these types of charges, even if breath or blood tests showed your blood alcohol content to be over the legal limit. The extent of your penalties and the skill of your Wilkes-Barre DUI lawyer are directly correlated, so it is important to choose an attorney with experience and integrity. A Wilkes-Barre criminal defense lawyer from Rogan Law will fight hard in your defense. Contact Rogan Law today.
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| September 27, 2009 |
| District Attorney Investigates Wyoming County School Crime |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| Another incident at a local high school football game, this time involving students from Dallas Area High School, has grabbed news headlines.
The Times-Tribune reports that the Wyoming County district attorney's office is investigating reports that members of the Dallas High School football team urinated on the tennis courts at Tunkhannock High School during halftime at a recent game.
Tunkhannock's district superintendent reportedly supports the investigation, rejecting the idea that the two districts could resolve the situation informally via conversations between the schools' principals and athletic directors. In fact, he intends to take things a step further, contacting the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) to see if they, too, will take action against the students.
Without condoning the alleged activity (yuck - what were you thinking?), I wonder whether this incident really requires getting these kids involved with the courts.
I know that if my kid were being investigated, I would hire a lawyer immediately.
Don't wait until things get totally out of hand. Contact Rogan Law today to speak with a Wilkes-Barre criminal defense lawyer who has extensive experience in the juvenile criminal justice system. Let us put our expertise to work for you.
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| September 04, 2009 |
| Increased Police Presence at Scranton High School Football Game |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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Have you seen WNEP's report about the increased police presence scheduled for tonight's football game at Scranton's Memorial Stadium? The report states that the number of police working the game will more than double, and that rowdy students and recent gang activity are the reasons why.
The school superintendent reportedly believes that policing the games more intensively will yield no harm, and has stated, "We want to send a message. We are not going to tolerate any nonsense at the games and we expect everyone to be on their best behavior." Parents agreed, saying that they valued the increased protection.
The school superintendent and the police are sending a message, apparently with public support. But is it the right message?
According to the ACLU, the numbers of children being arrested for minor disciplinary actions - things schools used to handle without police - are growing. Kids of color and students with disabilities comprise a disproportionate number of those caught up in this "school-to-prison-pipeline." Such arrests significantly increase the likelihood that students either will drop out of school or will fail academically.
Treating our kids - especially black and latino kids and kids with special needs - like criminals unnecessarily moves them toward the criminal justice system and away from academic success. I don't know about you, but I call that harm.
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| July 06, 2009 |
| Monroe County Juvenile Crimes |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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This post about Monroe County juvenile crimes is really an addendum to an earlier entry.
I recently wrote about two students from Monroe County who were accused of weapons charges. While the news media contained details about the first offender, it said little about the second, as he was 15 years old, and therefore subject to the juvenile criminal justice system.
When juveniles under the age of 18 commit a crime they may be punished (treated) accordingly under juvenile law, which was founded upon the premise that young people (minors under the age of 18) are fundamentally different than adults, both in terms of level of responsibility and potential for rehabilitation. So, instead of being sentenced to jail like an adult would for committing the same crime, the juvenile may be ordered into juvenile detention or home arrest under strict probation. The purpose is to rehabilitate the offender.
If you are a minor and are under investigation for a crime in Monroe County, or if you are the parent of a child who has been arrested for a criminal offense in Monroe County of elsewhere in northeast PA or the Pocono Mountain region, then you should speak with a Monroe County criminal defense lawyer at Rogan Law.
An experienced defense attorney will be able to advise you about what actions to take and will explain the juvenile criminal justice system to you so that you are fully aware of what is going on at all times. Your lawyer will make sure that your rights are protected and that your best interests prioritized as your charges are resolved.
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| May 05, 2009 |
| Northeast Pennsylvania Youth: Drug Possession, Underage Drinking and DUI |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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Many young people in northeast Pennsylvania make poor choices when it comes to drug and alcohol use. These choices can lead to criminal charges including drug possession, underage drinking and driving under the influence (DUI).
The Times-Tribune recently covered the Lackawanna County district attorney’s office reminder to local students to make good choices about drugs and alcohol this prom season. The Prom/Graduation Safety Fair at Genetti’s in Dickson City used humor and motivational speaking to encourage drug and alcohol prevention.
I applaud these efforts, as recent statistics from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Applied Studies show that although young people who receive such messages are generally less likely to report recent use of drugs and alcohol, the percent of young people who receive these messages is declining.
As a result, many young people in northeast PA put themselves at risk for criminal charges. In fact, the 2005 Pennsylvania Youth Survey Report by the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency reveals that 44 % of Pennsylvania’s high school seniors report having used illegal drugs, and 85% report having used alcohol. Many kids never get caught, but for those who do, securing an experienced criminal defense attorney is essential to ensuring that having made a bad mistake does not destroy their futures.
Teach your kids never to use drugs, drink or combine drugs and alcohol with driving. But also teach them that if they do mess up, they should never talk to law enforcement without consulting an experienced defense lawyer. A good criminal defense attorney can make the difference between a life-changing experience, and a life-ruining one.
If your son or daughter faces criminal charges for drug possession, underage drinking or DUI in northeast Pennsylvania, call Rogan Law and safeguard that young person’s future.
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