Usually the victim impact statement is given to the judge so that they may consider it in fashioning a sentence. Technically the DA has to show it...

It could be. It sounds like the person who stabbed the other person went way beyond the scope of what was needed to defend themselves. It sounds...

Will I get a ticket for tresspassing?

If he told you he was citing you by mail, he is probably citing you by mail. It happens quite often. He has 30 days from the date of the incident...

Sure, you can. If you are in threat of your safety you should. PFA's are often used for leverage and judges hate that. But if both parties are...

IF he or his mother is harassing you with text messages that would constitute a violation of the PFA. The standard PFA makes third party contact...

What recourse do I have when my harassment case was dismissed because the police officer not showing up in court?

You should call the police department and find out what happened. If the case was dismissed without a trial then it may be able to be refiled. ...

Is it legal for an accused person to report for "supervised bail"? Isn't this presuming guilt when there hasn't been a trial yet

I agree with Mr. Kenny. It is legal for them to restrict your movements, including jail, when you are charged with a crime. The issue is your...

Why is my boyfriend being charged with a drug possession/paraph charge 2000 in 2018

Statute of limitations has to deal with when the actions occurred vs when they were charged. If he was only charged in 2018 then yes it is in...

Can you drop a misdameanor charge for damaged to property?

You do not have the power to drop the charges in a criminal case in Pennsylvania. Once a case is charged the Commonwealth is the litigant, you are...

DUI's, even when they are expunged for ARD purposes, still show up on your drivers abstract. This document can be seen by New York officials and...