Is pre-trial release truly necessary?

Two accidents within such a short period of time would make many judges think that something restrictive is necessary. Do you have an attorney? ...

Should I stick with public defender or go with a lawyer? What's my next move?

If you can afford an attorney, you should hire one. Public defenders are excellent lawyers, but they are overworked and it is essentially fraud to...

How can police issued a warrant on a person for 3rd degree drug sale if you haven't been arrested on it at all an have no record

Sometimes police will not arrest you at the moment they observe or become aware of criminal conduct. But they may still seek a warrant from a...

How do I get a copy of the search warrant used to enter my home while I was at work?

Was it an arrest warrant or a search warrant? You can request a copy of the warrants from the department involved, but you would be wiser to have...

What advice would you give a client who works around children (i.e. teacher, coach) and is a subject of an investigation?

If you work around children, behave honorably. It will always be best to have another adult present when you are with children, and to never allow...

If you were stopped by a police officer or if you received a summons for a traffic violation, you need to go see an attorney. As traffic...

If the bank has a surveillance system-- and virtually all of them do-- it should be a fairly simple matter to catch the person who stole your...

Being pulled over by a police officer for traveling down a wrong way with no posted signs a constitutional stop?

Sounds like the stop was lawful, so it will be difficult to suppress evidence on that basis. But in all search and seizure cases, the devil is in...

I need a affordable felony lawyer by this coming Friday. I need to know how much a down payment is and what im facing

Sorry you are in this situation. It is a reality that most competent, experienced defense attorneys require payment in advance. The reason is...

Held in jail for 3 months on a bench warrant; Civil rights were violated.... What can we do?

I agree with Mr. Rafter. This matter is too complex to answer here. You or your boyfriend need to speak to an attorney in Pennsylvania. I wonder...