What Qualifies as Child Endangerment?
Watching children can be a hassle. They like to explore and get their hands on everything. Sometimes their adorable precocious nature gets them in trouble, other times they end up seriously injured. When that happens, you can be held accountable for child endangerment. Pennsylvania Statutes Endangering the Welfare of a Child, often called ‘EWOC’ for short, is the name for the criminal...Read More
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How Do Bail Hearings Work?
The concept of ‘bail’ echoes our legal system’s premise that everyone is innocent until proven guilty. That is to say, no punishment can be given until a crime has been proven. The idea is to keep someone out of jail while awaiting their trial, as being confined in a cell for months can be construed as a form of punishment. Preliminary Arraignment Bail hearings are often referred to as...Read More
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How Long Can the Police Detain You Without a Charge?
Probable cause must be established for police to arrest an individual. Detainments, however, only require reasonable suspicions. The difference between being arrested and being detained is that the former means you are being formally charged with something, while the latter means you are being held. It is a temporary measure, usually done so that an investigation can take place. When...Read More
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How to Avoid a Charge For Resisting Arrest
Encounters with law enforcement are rarely pleasant. Even when there are no other charges or accusations are brought against you, it’s still possible to be charged with resisting arrest. This extends to baseless charges; you can still be charged for resisting arrest even when you’ve done nothing wrong. Attitude and Behavior The quickest way to end up with a charge for resisting arrest is...Read More
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How to Avoid Incriminating Yourself
There’s no such thing as a friendly interrogation by the police. If you’ve been accused of a crime or your name has come up in an investigation, you have the responsibility to make sure that you don’t incriminate yourself. Below are a handful of ways to avoid doing so when speaking with the police. Don’t Volunteer Information The best way to avoid incriminating yourself...Read More
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The Difference Between State and Federal Crimes
Being charged with a crime is never a positive life experience, but the level of the charge can make a major difference in the total impact a conviction may bring. One of the primary differences in criminal charges is the government level of filing. Anyone facing serious criminal charges on either side is fighting an uphill battle, but many defendants fare better in state cases than federal...Read More
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What is Criminal Homicide?
There is no offense more serious than a criminal homicide. This crime involves taking another human’s life, and so it involves the most serious penalties under Pennsylvania law. There are three main categories of homicide: murder, manslaughter, and justifiable homicide. We will help you to better understand the various types of charges you may face if you have been involved in a criminal...Read More
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What is the Difference Between Aggravated Assault and Attempted Murder?
You get into a gun fight and, while someone gets into a violent fight, stabbing another person and they are charged with aggravated assault. What’s the difference between the two? There is often a fine line between aggravated assault and attempted murder, but both can yield very serious consequences. Here, we will go over the key traits of both aggravated assault and attempted murder crime so...Read More
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What Are The Potential Repercussions of a Shoplifting Offense
While it may seem minor compared to some crimes, shoplifting is a serious offense that can have serious consequences. Depending on the specific circumstances, shoplifting penalties in Pennsylvania and New Jersey can be very high. It is important to consult a criminal attorney in Philadelphia to protect you. Receiving a shoplifting offense has great implications and lasting consequences. In...Read More
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What are the Consequences of Parole Violation?
In Pennsylvania, parole is a conditional release, meaning certain offenders are allowed to serve the remainder of their jail sentence out in the community if they abide by certain conditions. While anyone who has served the minimum of their sentence can get parole, it is considered a privilege and not a right. As a result, if parole conditions are violated at any time, you may face very...Read More
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Understanding Theft By Deception in PA
A simple accusation of a theft by deception criminal charge can be life altering. Even before a trial or verdict, the stigma of being a thief conveys a lack of trust that will affect your career, relationships, and reputation for years to come. If you or someone you know has been accused of theft by deception, it is crucial to contact an experienced criminal theft attorney right away. Theft...Read More
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What are the Charges for Disorderly Conduct in Pennsylvania?
Disorderly conduct is a fairly common charge, but there are some grey areas due to its board legal definition. Maybe you got a little too rowdy at a sporting event, had too much to drink while out with friends, or got too heated in a disagreement; did you cross the line? We are here to help you better understand what behavior or actions constitute disorderly conduct, the consequences involved,...Read More
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