Category: Criminal Defense
Should you ever find yourself facing criminal charges, you might want to consider plea bargaining. But what is plea bargaining and how can it help you? Plea bargaining is when prosecutors and defendants reach an agreement to enter a guilty plea to at least some of the charges…
Civil forfeiture is a law enforcement tool that allows prosecutors to petition to seize private assets—including property or bank accounts—that police believe were used in the commission of a criminal offense. Such assets can even include your home. Civil forfeiture was originally designed to target drug…
If you have been convicted of a crime, your criminal record can make it difficult to secure employment. An experienced attorney can help clean up your criminal record so it is as appealing to potential employers as possible. In addition, Governor Tom Wolf is also making…
Did you know that you do not have to actually consume alcohol to be charged with an underage drinking offense in Pennsylvania? By even succumbing to peer pressure and driving a friend to a party with a six-pack in tow, your child is subject to criminal…
Did you know that, in the federal criminal justice system, there is no parole? This means that, with the exception of a small ten percent reduction in your sentence for good behavior, you are required to serve the sentence imposed. “Supervised Release” was created by Congress when…
For some first-time offenders, it is shocking to learn that there is no parole in the federal prison system. With the exception of a small reduction for good behavior (a “good time credit”), the sentence you receive in federal court is the sentence you will serve….
Criminal probation in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is not a conviction. However, during your criminal probation, it is absolutely essential that you comply with all of the terms of your probation to the letter. The most common probation violations include failing to pay fines or costs, leaving the…
Although police officers may say that they are pulling you over for texting while driving, speeding, crossing a yellow line, running a stop sign, driving in an erratic manner, or for some other minor traffic offense, the more likely reason for the stop is suspected impaired…
In today’s competitive market, getting into a college or professional school or finding a high-paying job in the greater Philadelphia area is harder now than ever. Since the Great Recession, this is true even for people with impeccable credentials. A criminal record (particularly a lengthy one) can significantly…
According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, between 90-95% of all criminal offenders plead guilty to a qualifying offense. Although an experienced Philadelphia criminal defense attorney can help you determine whether it is in your best interest to plead guilty, you have the constitutional right to request a public trial by…
