Hi my son has been in the allegheny county jail for 2 1/2 years and has not had a trial yet.

Please see my response to you later question. With respect to the number of continuances, there is no set limitation other than the court's...

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If a person enters ard on one charge and there is another charge is it delayed during the course of the program ?

It is impossible to intelligently respond to your post as it is not clear what the surrounding circumstances are at this point. Typically, ARD is...

I would like to get a new criminal lawyer for my son i've paid our lawyer now 13,000 for the case im paid in full with him

While the first response you received raises some vary valid points, in my opinion, it is very important that there be a high level of trust...

How far does police jurisdiction go?

In my humble opinion, the facts set forth by this questioner fail to reveal a violation of §6308. TheCommonwealth, the citing police officer in PA,...

Can I be convicted if I have a signed document from a former client stating he gave me card & I gave him cash for the card?

I agree with Mr. Hyde as is usual. He has covered your inquiry quite well. You absolutely need to be speaking with qualified criminal defense...

Does an unclassified misdemeanor put public assistance eligibility at risk?

Attorney Smith has provided you with excellent advice. Following her to the letter is thefts thing you can do to improve upon the end result. If...

I was charged with being part of a crime where there was a total of 32,000 restitution to be paid.

Unless the court in its sentencing order divides restitution among multiple defendants (very uncommon practice by the way), each is obligated for...

What is the charge for not returning to court for sentencing in PA for a misdemeanor, was out on unsecured bail.?

There is no independent charge in PA for "bail jumping", but the sentence received may be greater than what would have otherwise been imposed. If...

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How do I get my appeal rights back on my PCRA to the Superior Court, do to my attorney not filing the appeal ?

From the bare bones presentation regarding the history of your case, it seems highly likely that you are out of luck for failure to act in a timely...

How can my adult child who has a misdemeanor in Pennsylvania address her charges & court date if she is in Texas?

Im in total agreement with the central advice already provided--your daughter really needs secure the assistance of an Allegheny County lawyer to...