What happens at an arraignment? My public defender didn't ask any of my questions at the hearing & I'm very nervous

I agree with my colleagues. If your case is in Delaware County, then the arraignment will be at the Media Courthouse on a Wednesday. There is no...

Do I need a attorney

Yes, you always need an attorney when you are charged with a crime. You need to know if there are any facts in the case that could possibly get...

In loco parentis. Does this designation insure that we will have custodial rights in the childs life?

I agree with my colleague in that a judge will decide whether your care rises to the standard of in loco parentis, however, the length of time that...

You can hire a new attorney at any time, and it sounds like that might be a good idea.

I dont know what to do? My 4 year old son said his dad punched him in the chest, how do i handle this legally?

In Philadelphia, the appropriate agency for suspected child abuse is DHS. You should go there immediately based on your son's statements and they...

More often than not, if a person is found in or lives in a house in which drugs are found, he will be arrested for possession or possession with...

I'm being charged in a robbery , assault charge I didn't commit it's stemming from 8 years ago my co defendant plead guilty

Robbery and assault are very serious criminal charges and if your co-defendant already pled guilty then the case is more than likely ready to go to...

What's my odds of getting adjudication alternatives as oppose to underage drinking charge? I have a lawyer

You should discuss the options for a first time offender with your attorney. If you are unable to discuss the case with the attorney that your...

My sister recently passed away leaving two minor. The father has filed for custody. How can I get custody of the children?

In order for you to have a chance to get custody you would have to show that the children are being abused or neglected and/or that because of his...

In Philadelphia does anyone know a attorney that offers a payment plans for child custody?

There is a good chance that the maternal grandfather can get some type of custody of the child, however, there are many factors to consider before...