Can I beat a DUI charge from 2008 that's never been brought to trial?

I agree with the prior answers regarding rule 600. However, even if a timeliness issue does not exist, it is often beneficial to challenge the...

I'm 17 and I want to have sex with a 19 year old male. I live near Philadelphia in PA. Is this legal?

Unfortunately, your question is not easy to answer as it hints at many issues covered in the crimes code. In addition there may be pertinent facts...

For a case against 3 ind. 16 year old juveniles, charged with rape, is consent decree the best option?

The best advice is to speak with a local attorney who practices in this area. A consent decree has certain benefit which generally include no...

My ex gets tips at work and makes double what she tells domestic what can i do

In addition to the excellent advice by Attorney Steven Crawford, you might consider hiring a vocational expert who might have a better...

Although Fast Track appeals are given more immediate deadlines, these deadlines relate to fling of briefs/reproduced records and replies. Fast...

It is often the case that the Court will include very vague language in sentences that grant Probation Officers great authority. Something as...

I was arrested for Public Drunkenness and Disorderly Conduct, should I get a lawyer and fight the charges?

It is very important that you hire an attorney as soon as you are charged with a crime. Even charges such as the ones you described, which are...

In 2006 I got two duis. One in NJ (.09) on in PA (above .16). I recently was involved in minor accident charged w dui

You should have this conversation with the attorney you have hired. A third offense Driving After Imbibing carries a mandatory minimum period of...

When will I get notified about approval/rejection of my ard application.

The ARD hearing is the date that you are formally entered into the program. In order to be scheduled for the hearing, the District Attorney's...

In the state of Pennsylvania does a non traffic summary offense go on the permanent record of a first time offender?

The answer to this question, unfortunately, is that it depends. First of all, you have not described whether you have pled guilty, were found...