How does the courts determine who gets a public defender vs. a court appointed attorney where there are co-conspirators?

You should seriously consider hiring a private attorney. An attorney can make a motion to reduce the bail. Also, if the state's case is weak an...

I was arrested for DUI in Philadelphia. I had a previous 8 years ago as well as one in 2001. Will I be charged with a 3rd DUI

The DUI in 2001 will not be counted as an offense for grading purposes, because it was more than ten years ago. You should be charged with DUI -...

Hello! If the witness made material inconsistent statements under oath that the jury didn't believe.

You state the witness made inconsistent statements. You also state the jury did not believe the witness. The jury still convicted the...

Role playing a District Attorney

There's not enough information here to answer the question. If there is no evidence but the victim's statement, then you don't have a case. You...

What is 60 day discovery

In cases proceeding by Indictment by Grand Jury, full discovery is provided 60 days before trial. Call my office if you have more specific...

False police report? Has me as the aggressor . Illigal eviction due to my my landlord claimed i vandalized the property

If you have been evicted by your landlord, then the eviction may be illegal under PA law. More importantly, you need to retain a private criminal...

I am concerned about a clause in my lease. I want to know if this clause prohibits me from having my girlfriend stay the weekend

If you are renting an apartment, the answer is, "She can probably come over." The term of the lease is arguably unconscionable. Your girlfriend...

How do i get a letter of dispensation on my record from 20 years ago?

Contact the clerk of courts. Congratulations and keep up the good work. Mark D. Copoulos, Esquire

Can a pending 1st dui charge in PA prevent you from obtaining a new PA teaching certificate.

Do you have any other prior contacts with the criminal system? This is and other questions need to be answered. It doesn't have to be the end of...

You have many options available that need to be explored. I have not seen all of these options discussed. Second time DUI offenders may be...