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Steve Rice Law

We do one thing. Steve Rice Law is a top criminal defense firm led by a board certified specialist. Book a free consultation today.

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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