Individuals charged with and convicted of DUI could face a range of consequences. The repercussions can be harsh, but perhaps the most dreaded penalty for DUI offenders is the loss of driving privileges. If a license suspension is issued, offenders have to find a way to continue to operate in their daily lives without the ability to drive. This can… READ MORE

Many people think that both “assault” and “battery” are the same things. However, these are usually two separate crimes that a person can be charged with. Here, we want to discuss what has to happen in order for a person to be charged with battery, as well as the penalties for battery in Pennsylvania. Not only will we discuss regular… READ MORE

A preliminary hearing is typically held within three to 10 days after a person is arrested for a crime in Pennsylvania. A preliminary hearing will be held in front of a judge who works in the same area where the crime took place. It is crucial to understand the purpose and procedures surrounding a preliminary hearing. Here, we will discuss… READ MORE

When a person is arrested, this almost always means they will face some sort of charge. Sometimes, a person who is placed under arrest ends up facing multiple charges. However, it is important to understand that there is a difference between a misdemeanor and a felony. Here, we want to review misdemeanors and felonies in Pennsylvania. We will discuss the… READ MORE

If a person has been arrested and charged with a crime, their first court appearance will be the arraignment. An arraignment is a brief hearing held in a courthouse that usually takes place soon after a person has been arrested. This is not a trial. The innocence or guilt of a person is not the issue at hand during an… READ MORE

The Internet is unavoidable. Most people use the Internet for a variety of reasons, including shopping, keeping up with the news, staying in contact with family and friends, and more. However, there are times when cybercrimes known as Internet fraud can also be committed. Internet fraud is a term used to describe a wide array of crimes that can be… READ MORE

There are stiff penalties for those who are caught with illegal narcotics in Pennsylvania. This is particularly true for those who possess, sell, or manufacture drugs. However, there are situations where a person could be in possession of drugs that actually belong to someone else. Unfortunately, if you are caught with drugs in your possession, you could still be convicted… READ MORE

If a person is found guilty at the end of a criminal trial, the court will be responsible for determining the defendant’s punishment. In general, we find that some state and federal criminal statutes set minimum or maximum penalties based on the classification of the offense. Felonies will have the most serious possible punishments, while misdemeanors will have less serious… READ MORE

There are times when no-contact orders are issued against individuals in Pennsylvania. No-contact orders are requested when a petitioner feels that they are in danger. In general, this means that a person has gone to the court and requested a no-contact order because they think that they could be at risk of physical, verbal, or emotional abuse. Additionally, stalking victims… READ MORE