Steve Rice Law

06/17/2026

Happy “not at all late by a day” birthday to Michaela Hippler! There is little Michaela does not do for us here at Steve Rice Law. We are lucky be with her for her next trip around the Sun.

06/13/2026

⚠️ Can you get a DUI for taking your own prescription medication?

The answer may surprise you — yes, you can.

Under 75 Pa.C.S. § 3802(d)(2), you can be convicted of a DUI in Pennsylvania if you are under the influence of any substance — including legally prescribed medication — to a degree that renders you incapable of safe driving. It doesn’t matter if your doctor prescribed it. It doesn’t matter if you took the correct dose. If it impairs your ability to drive safely, you can be charged.

If you or someone you know is facing a DUI involving prescription medication, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side immediately.

📞 Call Steve Rice Law today.

06/11/2026

🏛️ At Steve Rice Law, careful representation doesn’t stop at the courtroom doors.

Behind every case we handle is a support team working to ensure our clients feel informed, supported, and never alone in the process. From answering your questions promptly to helping navigate the complexities of the legal system, our staff is committed to delivering excellence.

We understand that legal challenges can be stressful and overwhelming. That’s why when you choose Steve Rice Law, you’re not just hiring an attorney — you’re gaining a team dedicated to you.

📞 Contact us at 717-339-0011.

06/08/2026

Attorney Steve Rice isn’t just licensed to practice law — he’s Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA). And that distinction matters more than you might think.

Here’s why:

🔹 The NBTA’s certification process is rigorous and impartial — only attorneys who have demonstrated substantial trial experience and professional integrity earn this title.

🔹 To qualify, attorneys must try a required number of jury cases to verdict, earn peer and judicial recommendations, and pass a written exam on trial law, procedure, and ethics.

🔹 This is a voluntary certification — not a requirement to practice law. Any lawyer who has taken the extra time and effort to achieve this credential can be justifiably proud.

🔹 The NBTA is accredited by the American Bar Association — the largest national attorney specialty certification program in the country.

06/07/2026

06/03/2026

Unlike your home, your vehicle carries a lower expectation of privacy because it is in public view and mobile. This means law enforcement has more grounds to conduct a search without a warrant in certain circumstances.

Here’s what you should know:

✅ Consent — If you agree to a search, police do not need a warrant. You have the right to decline, and it’s important to understand that before saying yes.

✅ Probable Cause — If an officer has reasonable grounds to believe evidence of a crime is present, they may search without your consent.

✅ Lawful Arrest — A search may be conducted incident to a lawful arrest.

✅ Plain View — If contraband or evidence is visible in plain sight, it may justify a search.

⚠️ Being in a public space inside a vehicle makes you more vulnerable to a lawful search than if you were in your home. Knowing your rights — and how to exercise them calmly — matters.

📲 Questions about your rights? We’re here to help. 717-339-0011

05/30/2026

When experience meets credentials, results follow. ⚖️

Steve Rice has spent 25+ years fighting for the accused in South Central Pennsylvania. Two Pennsylvania Supreme Court victories in 2025. Board Certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, one of only ~11 attorneys in the state to hold that distinction.

🔗 Learn more about Steve’s credentials: https://www.nbtalawyers.org/attorney-profile/10533/
🔗 Full profile: https://stevericelaw.com/steve-rice

05/28/2026