My boyfriend is locked up after turning himself in on a bench warrant... How long can he be held?

I respectfully disagree with my colleague. In my experience, Westmoreland County is a wonderful place to practice law. For the most part, the...

Which type of lawyer should I seek?

In Central Pennsylvania, most experienced criminal defense attorneys handle a variety of criminal cases in several adjacent counties. You are...

Is there a time frame before sentencing for withdrawing a guilty plea?

You have not specified whether yours is a state or federal case. However, you have told us that you are currently represented by an attorney. It...

I have a master meaner and I will like to get license to carry will that stop me from getting it

Perhaps you can explain to us what exactly a "master meaner" is. While doing so, it might help if you could explain why you ask the question in...

I was charged with assault on sports official,simple assault and disorderly conduct. This is my first offense. Could I go jail?

I agree with my colleagues that you need an experienced criminal defense attorney to represent you in this matter as these are serious charges. I...

Unlike the constitutionally protected right to remain silent or the right to representation by an attorney, you do not have a right to refuse to...

How much time will my boyfriend get for a burglary while still on probation?

My colleagues, Ms. Merz and Mr. Jones have offered excellent advice. The best thing to do at this point is to make sure that your boyfriend has an...

Driving under suspension

You have an absolute right to appeal the sentence imposed by the District Justice. The DJ has no say whatsoever over whether or not you appeal. ...

Found with maybe a gram or so and a pax (vaporizer) two supplemental pills for colitis. What will happen with a magistrate?

I respectfully disagree with my colleague. You absolutely should not attempt to handle this on your own. To use an example; if a world-class...

Do you have to exit the establishment before you can be charged for theft/

With all respect, I believe that my colleague meant to say, "no", you do NOT have to exit the store to be charged with retail theft. These cases...