Drugs and Alcohol

Marijuana decriminalization, and even full legalization, does not protect college students from campus drug violations. Schools are bound by federal law under the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, meaning marijuana use can still result in suspension,…

If a friend needs medical help after drinking, call 911. Across the country, both state law and most university policies protect you from criminal and disciplinary consequences for making that call. The risk of not calling…

With the legalization of cannabis in many states across the U.S., you might wonder why it remains prohibited on college campuses. Despite shifting public attitudes and state laws, colleges and universities must adhere to specific regulations…

Being caught with marijuana can have serious legal, academic, professional, and ethical consequences. Our DC student defense attorneys are here to help you navigate these difficult challenges with compassion. Led by our seasoned student defense attorney,…

College is stressful. This stress is at its peak for students during finals week. As the end of the semester comes rolling in, with it comes the many tests, papers, and assignments required to complete the…

Every day, there seems to be a new, heartbreaking story of someone who has lost their battle with drug addiction. Among these fatal addictions, the high prevalence of opioid overdoses are hard to ignore. Opioids are…

If you follow the news you have probably seen headlines involving the term “synthetic marijuana”, most recently seen in the events that took place in New Haven, Connecticut. Synthetic Marijuana resulted in over 70 known overdoses…