You need: (1) get an attorney that knows exactly what they are doing and understands the science in detail with respect to infrared breath test...

In Pennsylvania how soon after arraignment must a defendant be brought to trial? What if they aren't brought up in time?

Remedy may be nominal bail, not dismissal. I am presuming that the person was preliminarily arraigned and perhaps either intentionally waived or...

Arrested, released, but not processed on DUI/DWI Charge

We would need a lot more information in order to determine with some level of confidence whether or not the Commonwealth can sustain its burden of...

Could there be a warrant 33 years after not showing up for court on a prostitution charge

If you provide a name and what county you think this may be in, then we could like it up. Even if it is present in the system, it is likely that...

Is misdemeanor shoplifting considered a conviction? (For job app)

If you were found guilty, plead guilty, entered a no contest plea, or "just paid the fine" (which is treated the exact same as pleading or being...

What can happen? Can this be the parole officers fault?

No he does not have to plead to the possession charge. In fact it is probably something that should not be done unless it is the last option. The...

Urgent: Presciption drug charges in Pennsylvania??

Without a lot more detail, it is impossible to tell what will happen. There is the presumption of innocence at a bench trial. The charges are...

Was the arrest legal? What steps should I take?

You should contact an attorney right away. There may be significant issues with the Commonwealth's ability to prosecute the case as evidence may...

How does restitution work

Restitution is generally a sentencing matter. Sometime it can effect the grading or the seriousness of the charges. If the parties meaning the...

My son "shanked" someone in school today and is being charged with "disorderly conduct." Is this justifiable?

Per the statute (a) Offense defined.--A person is guilty of disorderly conduct if, with intent to cause public inconvenience, annoyance or...