Can a person who abscondered from a halfway house in the state of pa use a phych defense to avoid inprisonment?

Pennsylvania law does not allow for the "mental trauma" defense that you describe. The ares in which it could have an impact is as a mitigating...

What are my options for a active VOP in Philadelphia.

There are many factors to consider including your complete criminal history, the length of your sentence completed before the VOP warrant issued,...

How can I get a "NOT GUILTY" for Public Drunkenness removed from my record in PA?,

Since you were aquitted after trial, the record of the charge is considered "non-conviction data." Hire an attorney in your area to draft and file...

I agree with the previous answer: gum by itself should not cause a higher reading. However, there are specific procedures set forth that must be...

My boyfriend is locked up in another city. Would he be able to get house arrest at home?

Like many replies here, the answer depends on the specifics of the case. The first issue is whether or not your b/f is eligible for house arrest...

Criminal offense matter

In Pennsylvania, the Parole Board must follow enumerated "Presumptive ranges for convicted parole violators" once a violation is found. The...

What if PennDot never informed me that my drivers license was suspended?

I agree with Mr. Heym's response and would like to add another piece of information regarding the new citation for driving while suspended. That...

Can't afford a lawyer for DUI and didn't qualify for Public Defender. What should I do???

Contact the Montgomery County Bar Association to use their Lawyer Referral Service. They should be able to refer you to an attorney from their...

I have a burg 1, assault 4, theft 3 on my record from 2008 and am almost done paying my fine, can i get my record expunged?

Check with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction, but expungement laws are usually pretty unforgiving. In Pennsylvania you would not be...

If this is your first time facing criminal charges, you will likely also be eligible for the ARD program. Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition...