Arrested in Pennsylvania? You have been arrested in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and are being taken to the police station in the back of a police cruiser. You are likely wondering what the next steps
Pennsylvania Bail • A little understood part of the criminal process in Pennsylvania is bail. Bail is a legal term that refers to money you (or someone else on your behalf) is required to pay in
If you have been charged with the driving under the influence (DUI) in Pennsylvania, you may be wondering what evidence the prosecution will present at trial. Of course, they will likely present any breathalyzer or
The Statute of Limitations: An Often Misunderstood Legal Concept One of the least understood, and most confusing, issues in criminal law in Pennsylvania as well as in many other jurisdictions is the concept of the
One of the consequences of losing your license due to a DUI conviction in Pennsylvania is the effect this could have on your ability to earn a living and get to and from work each
Television shows and films frequently feature people involved in the criminal justice system. For this reason, people in Pennsylvania tend to have a fairly good idea of some of the general practices of the criminal
Criminal Case Sentencing – The final step in a criminal case is the imposition of sentence by the court. As a consequence, the sentencing hearing truly is a crucial and potentially life-altering phase in the
Oftentimes, when a person is charged with a crime, someone else is indicted as well. When a person charged with a crime has a co-defendant, the prospect of one or another of these individuals cooperating
Keep Your Mouth Shut – Being charged with a crime is a life altering event. If you are like most people, you have a natural inclination to discuss your case with family members, friends …
A Designated Driver is Necessary The best way to address a legal problem – like a DUI charge – is to avoid it in the first instance. Of course, oftentimes telling a person to avoid
