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Does the person (victim) that alledged harassment have to appear at the summary trial of the defendant?
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Answered on November 06, 2012
This is a criminal matter and the Alleged victim must appear and testify against you. The Judge must be convinced beyond a reasonable before you...
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If you had a public defender because of income and they filed an Anders Brief before your Superior Court hearing
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Answered on November 06, 2012
You have the right to file a motion with the trial judge requesting that they appoint you a lawyer to protect your rights. The attorney would...
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Do you need an attorney to file a reconsideration of sentencing?
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Answered on November 06, 2012
An individual has the right to represent him/herself in court but I would never recommend it. There are specific deadlines involved and guidelines...
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Need info on forgery(prescription) charges in Pennsylvania. Charges were filed in 9/2011 and arrest just happened 2 wks ago
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Answered on November 05, 2012
You are charged with a felony and under the sentencing guidelines there is a possibility of jail time. If this is a first offense you may be...
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I'm told I can seek to expunge a retail theft record Feb of 2013. I was just laid off. How can I answer job applications?
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Answered on November 05, 2012
The good news is that you weren't arrested and you were not charged with a misdemeanor or a felony. You received a citation for a summary offense...
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How to go about getting someone out of jail for paper mix up?
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Answered on November 05, 2012
You or he need to hire a local criminal attorney to resolved this problem. If he can't afford one, he can apply for one at the prison.
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What happens if you sign your ticket with "Not Guilty" but meant to sign is as "Guilty"
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Answered on November 05, 2012
The Ct will be setting up a hearing date. You can appear at the hearing and enter a plea or call the ct. to let them know your intentions. The...
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Can and should I appeal a case where I was caught drinking in a college dorm and was not given a court hearing?
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Answered on November 05, 2012
The paying of the fine amounts to a guilty pleas. You have 30 days to file an appeal in the Court of Common Pleas. If 30 days have already gone by,...
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Is PA or city of PA required to warn or informed citizens before processing fees or tickets, for zoning ordinance?
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Answered on November 05, 2012
In Pennsylvania, a person is presumed to know the law generally. It sounds like you may have a dispute that calls for assistance from an attorney....
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I was caught shoplifting at Macy's and I was arrested for it. Could it affect me from applying for my U.S. Citizenship?
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Answered on November 05, 2012
The key for you is to avoid a conviction. You may be eligible for a first time offenders program known as ARD. If you complete the program the...
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