Retail theft (first time)

You should obtain an attorney. Because this is your first offense and the amount of the theft is $80, you will be charged with a summary retail...

Should i consider getting a lawyer if i am a minor and received my first DUI (blowing a 0.14, not sure of my BAC).

Absolutely, get an attorney. A young man like yourself needs to do everything possible to keep his criminal record clean. Usually, ARD is your best...

In Cumberland County, the amount of community service, probation time, and all ARD conditions are set by the District Attorney. If drug charges...

I will add that a lot depends on which particular judge will hear the case in a non-jury proceeding (also known as a "bench trial"). With some...

Prosecuting DUI cases

Prosecutors do not like going to trial where they know they have a problem with their case. These are the type of cases that can lend itself to a...

My brother got a 2nd DUI, but the first one was over 18 years ago. Will he definitely have to lose his license for 12 months?

No. In fact, despite the previous DUI, the brother should be eligible for the ARD program. He may be able to avoid jail time and a license suspension.