What actions can I take against the public defender's office that refuses to do their job

File the petition yourself. I don’t think you are automatically entitled to public defender representation for a petition for return of property.

It sounds like you will be charged with retail theft via summons. The paperwork will be mailed to you and it will have your first court date. I...

Will my bfs charges be dropped

It is difficult to answer this quesiton without more information. Just because someone else takes responsibility for ownership of the drug...

How do I get rid of a warrant with out Turing myself in?

There is no way to do that. Either turn yourself in or be brought in by the cops.

Shouldn’t my county record be expunged automatically? If not, can I get someone to help me with expungement process?

Assuming your case was handled in Montgomery County (based upon your town listed), a case is not automatically expunged after successful completion...

She should absolutely hire a lawyer. This type of case is taken very seriously in the court system and she needs to treat it as such. As Mr. Klein...

Are there pro bono criminal defense attorneys in Pennsylvania?

Apply for a public defender. If you qualify, they will represent you free of charge.

Do I have any chance of wining my case?

It is impossible to answer your question without reviewing all details of your case during an initial consultation. You need to stop driving...

A petition could be filed in the Bucks County Court of Common Pleas to ask for the case to be remanded back to the District Court. It is a typical...

What are the current penalties for small amount marijuana possession in Pennsylvania?

Your best option is to hire a lawyer. While the charges are not overly serious, the case being eight years old could cause some complications. A...