Rule 600 Qualification?

Possibly. It largely matters upon the reason for the continuances. Rule 600 is much more complicated than individuals believe. It is not an...

Haven't got my civil demand letter?

I agree with Mr. Keller. You do not actually owe the money until they get a judgment. They rarely actually go that far.

Wondering about the ten year deal on dui does the ten years start after you done with probation or ..when does it go back to?

I quick review says this will likely be considered a first offense. HOWEVER, that does not mean that you will get ARD. In fact, I think it is...

Someone with mental health issues can't be in a mental health court room until after sentenced for a crime?

It often depends upon the mental health issues. Mental Health Court in Philadelphia addresses certain Axis I mental health problems. Not all...

Is stealing a stack of free coupons a crime?

I have never seen anyone prosecuted for something like that. I could not see a police officer, a DA or a Judge waste their time.

It is not your burden to prove anything. It is the state's burden. I am not sure what your interpretation of hearsay is-I say that because many...

It depends upon what the offense is for. Theft or crimes of violence tend to be taken more seriously by employers. It also depends how long ago...

Court of Common Pleas...am I able to get a continuance to seek new counsel?

Often the Judge will allow this unless you have asked for a continuance before for the same reason.

Can I fight the state after a new act extends the time I'm on the sex offenders list?

I see a number of issues with SORNA. There are a lot of questions that still need to be answered. You may be able to fight it. There may be an...

My sister's probation officer doesn't drug test her. What can I do?

There is nothing you can do to change the PO's routine. If your sister borrows money from you, lives at your house or is otherwise assisted by you...