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When facing the criminal justice system in Philadelphia for the first time, you should familiarize yourself with what to expect during the process and the rights you may have at each phase. Understanding Pennsylvania Arrest Procedures An arrest is the detainment by police of someone suspected…
When you are arrested, you have certain constitutional rights – most importantly, the right to remain silent under the 5th Amendment and the right to have an attorney represent you under the 6th Amendment. These are both extraordinarily important rights, as most people do not realize how harmful it can…
The long-awaited conclusion of a criminal case in Philadelphia illustrates how a conviction is not always the end result of a case. There are many steps that can be taken to continue fighting for your rights even if a wrongful conviction has been entered against you and you…
The Federal Bureau of Investigation keeps close track of the reported violent crimes across the United States and reports the data each year. The FBI’s most recent report indicates that in 2015, there was a slight increase in all violent crimes – up four percent from 2014 –…
At the top of many people’s holiday gift lists was a smart speaker such as Google Home or Amazon Echo. These speakers can recognize when their name is said (i.e. “Alexa” for the Echo) and can respond to requests, such as making to-do lists, playing music,…
If you were caught by police in possession of any type of controlled substance in Philadelphia, you have most likely gone through several stages of stress and grief. Being arrested and charged with a crime is a difficult process for anyone to endure – inevitably, your…
When you see flashing lights in your rearview mirror, you may think that the worst that can happen is that the officer will issue a citation for a traffic offense. However, many traffic stops end in significantly more serious circumstances. Officers stop cars and end up…
If you have recently been arrested for drunk or drugged driving for the first time, it is very likely that you just had one of the most traumatic and scary experiences of your life. If your arrest was a typical DUI arrest, you were questioned, pressured…
When you are accused of a crime, the pressure to admit your guilt usually starts the moment that you are taken into custody or are first approached by law enforcement. Authorities usually use scare tactics to pressure people into admitting that they have committed a crime…
Arrests are most often associated with police witnessing a crime and chasing down a suspect or with an arrest stemming from a traffic stop, such as driving under the influence (DUI). However, it is important to know that you can be in danger of being arrested…
