On July 11, 2022, Governor Tom Wolf signed a new law aimed at repeat DUI drivers. The law expands penalties for Pennsylvania drivers convicted of multiple driving under the influence offenses. The legislation is referred to as "Deana's Law" and would also prohibit a judge from imposing … [Read more...]
How To Use Cellphone Evidence to Win Your Criminal Case
If the police charge you with a crime in Pennsylvania, social media, text messages, and cell phone evidence can be a powerful tool in proving your innocence. In the following blog post, I explain how I use various forms of cellphone evidence to win your criminal case. Why is Text Message … [Read more...]
Important Facts if You are Arrested for DUI During the Summer Holidays
Many people will celebrate with friends and family this summer during Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, and Labor Day weekends. However, for some, the festivities may be cut short when the police charge them with driving under the influence (DUI). If you are facing a DUI charge, there are things … [Read more...]
Pennsylvania ARD Program Questions
Did the police charge you with a crime? Are you considering the Pennsylvania Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) program? I answer some common Pennsylvania ARD Program questions. What is ARD in PA? Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition is the first-offender program in Pennsylvania for … [Read more...]
When Does a Prolonged Police Traffic Stop Violate Your Constitutional Rights in PA?
I recently won a pre-trial suppression of evidence hearing in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, in a case involving a prolonged police vehicle stop. The case involved an initial vehicle stop for alleged counterfeit inspection stickers. Eventually, the police searched the car and recovered illegal drugs … [Read more...]
PA Self Defense Laws
Self defense is a legal defense that you can use to win a criminal assault case. Importantly, in Pennsylvania, self defense, if believed by a judge or jury, is a complete defense to an assault charge. If the police charge you with simple assault or aggravated assault, it is vital to understand how … [Read more...]
Frequently Asked PA Sentencing Questions
In this blog post, I answer the most frequently asked PA sentencing questions. Appearing in court for sentencing in a criminal case can be confusing and a highly stressful experience for most people. Also, many different factors can affect whether you receive a sentence of probation, house arrest, … [Read more...]
How the Omicron Variant Has Affected Criminal Trials
The COVID-19, delta-variant and omicron variant has caused widespread disruption of criminal courts throughout Pennsylvania. Judicial emergency orders resulted in the closing of most Pennsylvania county criminal courts from March 2020 through late 2020. The President Jude of the Bucks County … [Read more...]
Frequently Asked Questions When the Police Charge you with Retail Theft in Bucks County
Introduction If you have been accused of retail theft in Bucks County PA, you may be wondering what will happen to you. In this article, we will answer some of the most commonly asked questions about retail theft in Bucks County PA. Where are Most Shoplifting Charges Filed in Bucks … [Read more...]
5 Successful DUI Preliminary Hearing Strategies
Have you been charged with driving under the influence in Bucks County, Montgomery County, or the neighboring Pennsylvania Counties? Are you concerned about what to expect at the preliminary hearing in your case? Read this blog post to learn the 5 successful strategies for your DUI preliminary … [Read more...]
