Facing criminal charges can be a daunting experience. It’s essential to navigate this situation carefully to avoid common mistakes that...

After a criminal conviction, you might feel as though you have no options to challenge the outcome, even when it seems unfair or...

Pew Research reported the federal criminal system had 71,954 defendants in 2022.  In criminal cases, federal and state charges belong to...

According to The Pennsylvania Supreme Court, the state has two appellate courts underneath it. A Supreme Court always acts as the highest...

Lawyers represent those facing criminal charges. This includes any time actions hurt another party. That includes physical injuries, like...

Few elements of the law enforcement process have as much notoriety as Miranda rights. The rise of police procedural dramas on television...

The criminal justice system ostensibly exists to keep the population safe and rehabilitate offenders. Unfortunately, justice does not...

Wire fraud is the act of using telecommunication technology to defraud someone of their money. As technology advances, wire fraud is...

Wire fraud involves using the internet and electronic communications. Phones, computers and other electronic devices all qualify for this...

In order to enter your home, a law enforcement officer must present a search warrant. You do not need to admit police without a warrant....

There are many misconceptions about what police officers can and cannot do. Some of the most common of these misunderstandings center...

Recent headlines across the country have brought awareness to how police officers sometimes treat people of color. It can be difficult to...

The manner in which you conduct yourself when communicating with Pennsylvania authorities may have a significant impact on the outcome of...

Being caught with an illegal substance in Pennsylvania can cause some serious upheaval in your life. If you have been charged with a...

If you are a fan of television police dramas, you can probably recite the Miranda advisement from memory.  This advisement , which comes...

Most American states have a death penalty in place. Despite efforts to overthrow this in Pennsylvania, it remains a supporter. Many...

Physical disputes can quickly escalate and lead to criminal charges. In many cases, individuals in these situations are charged with...

Prosecutors have a lot of ways to build murder cases against accused individuals. There might be DNA evidence, fingerprints, eyewitness...

Many arrests and criminal prosecutions start when police stop a vehicle. Knowing your rights and how to respond to these stressful...

Facing any criminal charge is always a serious matter. The situation requires that you accept what is happening to you and take immediate...