Criminal Defense Firm Serving Northeastern And Central Pennsylvania
Criminal Defense Firm Serving Northeastern And Central Pennsylvania
There are many misconceptions about what police officers can and cannot do. Some of the most common of these misunderstandings center around search warrants. Make sure you have the facts about these search warrant myths if law enforcement wants to enter your house....
Federal prosecutors may decide to file charges of wire and mail fraud because courts may not require direct evidence of a defendant's intentions. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, prosecutors may convict based on the circumstances surrounding a case, which...
Recent headlines across the country have brought awareness to how police officers sometimes treat people of color. It can be difficult to draw broad conclusions from media reports, however. After all, while coverage of a single incident may be shocking, it also may...
When a defendant receives a sentence due to a faulty court proceeding, the court may accept an application for an appeal. The defendant must show the trial was unfair. A court may allow an appeal to move forward post-conviction if certain factors existed during the...
The manner in which you conduct yourself when communicating with Pennsylvania authorities may have a significant impact on the outcome of your interaction. Knowing what rights you maintain when dealing with law enforcement officials may help you avoid unnecessary...
Being caught with an illegal substance in Pennsylvania can cause some serious upheaval in your life. If you have been charged with a felony, it may affect your candidacy for future jobs and even your eligibility to own a firearm. Do not lose hope if you are facing...
If you are a fan of television police dramas, you can probably recite the Miranda advisement from memory. This advisement, which comes from the 1966 U.S. Supreme Court case, Miranda v. Arizona, includes your right to remain silent and your right to have an attorney...
In addition to paying fines, participating in substance treatment programs and even potentially spending time in jail, a person convicted of an impaired driving charge may need to install and use an ignition interlock device. An IID prevents a vehicle from being...
Regardless of the circumstances surrounding your arrest, a first-time conviction for driving under the influence in Pennsylvania is going to hurt you financially. In addition to having to pay large fines, you may also encounter towing and bail fees, expenses related...
Every state in the country has strict laws against operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, and every state has ignition interlock laws. While not all DUI charges in Pennsylvania results in an ignition interlock device requirement, many do....