Is it necessary to have a lawyer at the preliminary hearing considering all you do is sign a piece of paper?

You are kidding, right? I agree with my colleague- an attorney can have his GREATEST impact at the preliminary hearing. Felonies can become...

2nd Citation for underage drinking in 6 months.

Your admission that you drank vodka does not help, but without evidence of actual possession, there are some weaknesses in the government's case. ...

I am 18 and got arrested for DUI because my car smelled like weed and I gave a positive blood test at the scene.

Some police departments wait until they get the blood test results back from the state lab which can take some time. In some counties, you are...

You may be convicted by the DJ on the officer's testimony that you had "bloodshot eyes and smelled of alcohol" but based on the facts as you...

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How can i qualify for a occupational drivers liscence?

You should consult with an attorney to go over the specific facts of your driving history. You can get a "restoration letter" for free from the...

Is it worth paying the big bucks for a experienced lawyer to defend a 3rd DUI charge? If so, who is in Pittsburgh?

Yes! You are facing a possible one year mandatory jail sentence! You need experienced counsel. I recommend William Jones in Wexford. Hire the...

Entry into ARD is not a conviction, so you do not have to formally plead guilty. In Philadelphia, the DAs office automatically screens all cases...

Hi My friend was caught for retail theft today and was given a non traffic summon.She has a clean record and is also a student.

She should plead not guilty. Most local DIstrict Judges have a diversionary program for first-time offenders, and these arrangements can be made...

Why are expunged charges still showing up on my record?

Then they have not been expunged. Expungment is not automatic, except for some recent changes in certain counties. Why do you think they were...

Suspended license, not my fault!

You can get something called a "restoration letter" from the PennDOT website that will spell out exactly what you need to do to get your license...