Can a case be overturned because a lawyer doesn't seem competent? I've hired a lawyer for my partner who is incarcerated.

well, if you cannot discuss your concerns with your current attorney and fully resolve the issues, you can always retain another lawyer. You need...

Will I violate probation for getting a 1543a?

In my experience, summary offenses normally do not violate a person's probation; however, you should check with the terms and conditions of your...

Can I 17 year old date a 14 year old?

Without knowing everyone involved, including the parents of the 14-year-old, I strongly recommend you do not pursue a romantic relationship with...

I have a few questions. I have a court appointed attorney but he never returns my calls

These are all excellent questions for your attorney who should be the person giving you legal advice and discussing the likelihood of certain...

i agree with my colleagues. if you are represented, and i strongly recommend retaining counsel, he or she should explain the sentencing...

Can A police officer record me ??? Never read me my rights??? Then charge me based on my answers?..

Listen, this is ridiculous. You are on an internet site that known to law enforcement an an open forum for people to ask attorneys questions about...

What do I do to help my daughter that got arrested for retail theft?

Unfortunately, she needs to retain an attorney that specializes in criminal law who will tell her to not make any statements to anyone,...

I'm 21. Is it at all possible for me to face charges for having sex with a 17 year old in the state of Pennsylvania?

The PA law on statutory sex assault prohibits sexual intercourse with a person under 16 years of age by an individual 4 or more years older. I...

Will summary harrassment deny me ccw in pa?

If you look at the application, there is a list of crimes and other factors that will disqualify a person from obtaining a permit. A summary...

An individual facing charges in more than one county does not have the ability to combine all charges into one county. I have represented clients...