New Jersey Governor Signs Red-Flag Bill into Law
This new legislation looks to further curtail gun violence through intervention and prevention. September 1st marked day one for the State of New Jersey’s Red-Flag law. The legislation, in part, provides families and law enforcement authorities the ability to petition the courts to ultimately strip firearms from those considered dangerous. New Jersey joins the growing number of states...
New Jersey Takes Another Step in Safeguarding Against DWI
Governor Phil Murphy expands the use of ignition interlock devices to further deter driving under the influence. Late this summer, the State of New Jersey enacted several new laws in its on-going efforts to prevent DWI. This includes requiring an ignition interlock device installation for first time offenders convicted of drunk driving offenses and those refusing breath tests....
Marc Neff to Speak at PACDL Continuing Legal Education Program – “Defending Education Professionals and Students”
September 9, 2019 – Philadelphia, PA – Neff & Sedacca, P.C. Partner Marc Neff to Speak At Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Continuing Legal Education Program Marc Neff will speak at the upcoming Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (PACDL) continuing legal education program “Defending Education Professionals and Students” on Friday...
Back to School Tip – Keep Open Lines of Communication
Mistakes happen and addressing possible criminal offenses head on can be an important first step. It’s that time of year again as college campuses are flooded with students of every age. Whether undergraduate or graduate, newcomer or returning, it is a time of new found independence and making one’s own decisions. For parents, it can be a time of apprehension and giving often-ignored...
Medical Marijuana and Probable Cause – The Verdict Is in
A Lehigh County judge rules search is unwarranted once a medical marijuana card is presented. The questions involving medical marijuana, and law enforcement, continue to evolve. From driving under the influence, usage in the workplace and in this case, probable cause to search a vehicle, there is no shortage of rulings as the courts apply new and existing laws to these cases. Some of the...
The Opposing Views of Pennsylvania’s Death Penalty
District Attorney Larry Krasner weighs in on this divisive issue and its constitutionality To say the death penalty is controversial is an understatement. People of all ages, professions and backgrounds have opinions and last week, Philadelphia D.A. Larry Krasner shared his view on the topic. Specifically Krasner has once again differed from many of his peers within the Pennsylvania...
Arming Teachers – to Be or Not to Be
Pennsylvania Governor signs bill to clarify who can carry firearms in schools. The rise in school shootings over the last several years has made a lasting impact on life as we know it. What was once a “safe space” has become one in which the question of arming school personnel to protect children is part of daily conversation. Like states across the U.S., the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania...
“Clean Slate” Is Now in Effect
The now automated process wipes clean an estimated 30 million cases in Pennsylvania Passed last year, the Clean Slate law has now gone into effect as of Friday June 28, 2019 with the automatic “wiping clean” of cases from public databases. The goal is to reduce the likelihood of discrimination that those with criminal records may face when applying for employment, education and housing....
Neff & Sedacca, P.C. Moves to New Offices on Rittenhouse Square in Center City Philadelphia
June 3, 2019 – Philadelphia, PA – Neff & Sedacca, P.C., a criminal defense firm dedicated to representing individuals and corporations charged with federal, state, and related criminal matters, is pleased to announce its move to new offices located at 1845 Walnut Street, Suite 1300, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Located on Rittenhouse Square, the new state-of-the-art office space is both...