If CPS investigation is unfounded but charges were filed prior to them being unfounded can charges be dismissed?
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Answered on March 20, 2020
Yes. Criminal charges can be filed despite children and youth coming back with an "unfounded" report. I have many clients who are both under...
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What am I looking at for two different counts of paraphernalia, and one possession ?
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Answered on September 14, 2018
This answer is dependent on various factors and so I cannot give you a definitive answer. One factor is whether you mean that 3 weeks prior you...
Can I bartend while on probation for DUI in Dauphin County?
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Answered on December 19, 2016
As others suggested, you need to speak with your probation officer. Your probation officer is who will control whether or not you can continue this...
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Can I avoid incarceration for a f3 retail theft it's my fourth retail theft I made bad choices I regret.
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Answered on December 19, 2016
Without knowing the specific facts of your case it is impossible to answer that question. It would be my advice to hire a skilled defense attorney...
Can I buy an firearm with an ARD dui on my record and also get an concealed firearm license?
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Answered on December 15, 2016
Yes, you should be able to buy a firearm, as well as get a concealed carry permit. A DUI that has gone through ARD is not something that would...
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The DA filed a motion to amend criminal information, what does this mean ?
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Answered on December 15, 2016
I practice regularly in Cumberland County and I can tell you that if your case made it as far as trial and the District Attorney felt it necessary...
How long can a case drag out ? is there a time frame on when it should reach trial ?
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Answered on December 15, 2016
If a defendant is incarcerated and has not caused any delay on their behalf, after 180 days they are entitled to nominal bail. A motion can be...
Should i contact the officer who arrested me?
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Answered on April 23, 2015
Absolutely not. If you have not been charged, talking to the police won't necessarily prevent you from being charged and it may even give them more...
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If you are charged with criminal offense in one county but live in another county which county do you apply for public defender
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Answered on April 23, 2015
You will apply in the county where the offense occurred. Some counties you will apply directly with the Public Defender's Office and others it is...
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If I have a third offense retail last one in98 I worked with police and was responsible for 3 drug arrests.what should I expect?
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Answered on March 31, 2015
A third offense retail theft should be graded as a felony of the third degree, however, you should contact an attorney immediately. An attorney may...