by Glori Gayster

Hearsay Evidence Alone No Longer Enough in Preliminary Hearings

The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania ruling further protects an individual’s rights to due process – For the past 30 years, preliminary hearings have become a shell of what was intended by the justice system.

by Glori Gayster

Unmasking the Post-COVID Criminal Court Room

The Challenges and Changes Needed to Balance a Defendant’s Rights and Overall Safety – Jury trials are more than a standard in the American criminal justice system; they are a right.

by Glori Gayster

“Zero-Tolerance” for Cannabis in Pennsylvania DUI Offenses May Soon End

State Senator Proposes Bill To Remove DUI Penalties for Registered MMJ Patients Without Proof of Impairment – Despite the legalization of medical marijuana (MMJ), the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania still has a “zero-tolerance” statute.

by Glori Gayster

Cannabis & Consequences From a Criminal Defense Perspective

Much has changed over the last decade when it comes to Cannabis Law. While marijuana possession, sale and manufacture remains technically illegal in New Jersey and Pennsylvania on both the state and federal levels, the states differ on many of the enforcement protocols and penalties.

by Glori Gayster

Update: Pennsylvania Supreme Court Says “Yes” to Probationers with Valid Medical Marijuana

The Commonwealth’s Highest Court Reaffirms Immunity to Individuals Under State and County Supervision – Earlier this year, we discussed the status of cannabis law and the inconsistencies in matters of individuals who violate state and county supervision (probation or parole).

by Glori Gayster

I’m on Probation with a Valid Medical Marijuana Card – What Are My Rights?

Pennsylvania Supreme Court Takes Up This Question – Governor Tom Wolf legalized medical marijuana in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in 2016. THC-laden products became available two years later.

by Glori Gayster

Neff & Sedacca, P.C. Partners Once Again Awarded Top Super Lawyers-Pennsylvania Honors For Criminal Defense

Neff & Sedacca, P.C., a criminal defense firm dedicated to representing individuals and corporations with federal, state, and related matters, is pleased to announce that partners Marc Neff and Matthew Sedacca have been recognized for their expertise in criminal defense law. Specifically, Mr. Neff was named one of the 2019 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers,...

by Glori Gayster

Medical Marijuana and Some of Its Collateral Consequences

In April 2016, Governor Tom Wolf legalized medical marijuana in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The bill allowed Pennsylvania residents to obtain a medical marijuana identification card for the purchase and consumption of cannabis products.

by Glori Gayster

COVID-19 and the Financial Implications for the Cannabis Industry

Congress Takes Steps In Supporting State-Legal Cannabis Companies In The Newest HEROES Act Package – To say COVID-19 has changed the world is an understatement. It has impacted everyone, everywhere.

by Glori Gayster

Recording Videoconferences — Ask Permission

Best Practices in Gaining Consent Before Hitting the Record Button – Videoconferencing is not new. We’ve been “face-timing” with family, friends and colleagues for years.