When looking for a DUI lawyer, is there a minimum number of cases that they have handled that I should be looking for?

There isn't a set number of cases, but it is something that they should do regularly. A number of jury trials one has had won't necessarily help...

Guilty on bench trial, unethicial Judge?

Based on your description, it sounds as if you have appeal issues, but you should defer to your counsel who was present and handled the matter. ...

How can I beat this 11 year old dui case!!!!!!!????????

Couple of things. One sounds like the statute of limitations would not apply so long as you were charged long ago, sounds like you were since you...

Should I get a lawyer I am pleading guilty for taking some items and selling them from a lady I worked for this is my first time

You are not likely to go to jail if it your first offense IF the dollar amount is relatively low. You should retain an attorney about the...

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If a PCRA hearing is done and a new trial is granted, would there be a risk of a higher sentence than what was already given?

Yes, if a new trial is granted, it would be as if the first one did not occur. A new trial may take place before a different judge, so there may...

Can you change an ard hearing date to an earlier date?

Yes, you may contact your lawyer and ask him to change the court date. Probably preferable to posting the question here if you are already...

Can evidence that was purposely not used in court be used upon a new trial from a PCRA?

If you believe it was not used in court "on purpose," it is important to know whether or not you mean not used by the State or not used by his...

What is an Evidentary Hearing?

If it is in Philadelphia, it depends whether it is in the Municipal Court or whether it is in the Court of Common Pleas. If the evidentiary...

Probation violation/Misdemeanor/Philadelphia?

If you fail to appear for your probation meeting, you will have a warrant issued for your arrest for absconding probation. This is not classified...

It does not sound like too much time based on your description. This appears to be a second violation of his parole and it is a serious violation...