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Drug Delivery Resulting in Death Charges in Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania, a drug delivery resulting in death (DDRD) charge, also known as an offense, is issued to a person who intentionally administers, dispenses, delivers, gives, prescribes, sells or distributes any controlled substance, and another person died as a result of using the substance.

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Pennsylvania Supreme Court to Hold Special Session in Luzerne County

In recognition of the 175th anniversary of the Luzerne County Bar Association, the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania today held a special oral argument session in the Luzerne County Courthouse.

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Pennsylvania Courts Advise of Reported Text Message Scam

The Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts is advising the public to stay vigilant against a recently reported text message scam involving the Pennsylvania court system.

The scam involves text messages that “spoof” or mimic the Pennsylvania Courts and/or Unified Judicial System website. The spoof text advises that “records show that as of today, there is an outstanding traffic ticket” which must be paid via a scam URL.

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