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Signaling Scrutiny: Reevaluating Probable Cause in the Traffic Stop of Brian Michael Slattery

Explore the legal intricacies of traffic stops in the case of Brian Michael Slattery, as the Superior Court revisits probable cause and signaling requirements under Pennsylvania's Vehicle Code.

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Indifference to Brutality: The Case of Dalishia Danika Salter's Aggravated Sentence (February 17, 2023)

Explore the case of Dalishia Danika Salter (February 17, 2023), where the Superior Court affirmed an aggravated sentence for a mother's brutal assault on her infant son and her shocking indifference during the trial.

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Reversal of DUI License Suspension: Insights from Megan Elizabeth Rickell v. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (February 24, 2023)

Explore Rickell v. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as it delves into the implications of ARD acceptance on DUI license suspension and the interpretation of 'prior offense' under Section 3806 of the Vehicle Code.

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Commonwealth v. Odane A. Spence: A Detailed Analysis of DUI Conviction and Legal Proceedings (2023)

Explore the intricacies of the Commonwealth v. Odane A. Spence case from July 27, 2020, as we delve into the sufficiency of evidence for a DUI conviction, the legitimacy of a traffic stop, and the Superior Court's ruling affirming the judgment of sentence.

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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania v. Michael Thompson (2023): Inventory Searches After Alexander

This article explores the legal battle in Commonwealth of Pennsylvania v. Michael Thompson (2023), examining the Superior Court's reasoning for upholding an inventory search despite the recent limitations placed on vehicle searches in the state.

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Entrapment Defense in DUI Cases: Analyzing Commonwealth v. Whitmire (2023)

Delve into the 2023 case of Commonwealth v. Whitmire, where the entrapment defense in a DUI scenario was put to the test. Discover the intricacies of this legal argument and its impact on the outcome.

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Legal Thresholds in Vehicle Searches: Analyzing Commonwealth v. Jonathan Boyd

Explore the complexities of probable cause in vehicle searches through the case of Commonwealth v. Jonathan Boyd. Learn how factors like window tint, nervous behavior, and an empty holster contributed to the court's decision.

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Conspiracy, Credibility, and Convictions: Insights from Commonwealth v. Jessie James

Explore the intricate legal arguments and court's reasoning in Commonwealth v. Jessie James, a case involving drug offenses and claims of ineffectiveness of counsel.

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Navigating Scientific Standards in DUI Convictions: The Case of Randy Dale Mabus

Explore the intersection of legal standards and scientific principles in DUI convictions with our in-depth analysis of the Randy Dale Mabus case. Learn how the court navigated the admissibility of breath test results and the implications for future cases.

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Digital Evidence in the Spotlight: The Conviction of John Edward Kurtz and Its Implications for Privacy and Criminal Law

Explore the landmark case of John Edward Kurtz, where this case sheds light on the balance between privacy rights and law enforcement needs in the digital era, and its impact on legal standards for admissibility of evidence.

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