How long do I have to stay in jail after turning myself in on a faiure to appear?

Until the Judge sets bail that you don't have to post or that you can post, or until trial if you can't post, but not to exceed 6 months at which...

Would a prior drug possession charge in another state preclude a first-time DUI offender from getting ARD in Pennsylvania?

Bucks County has a new application process that would require your friend to reveal the conviction and most likely not get ARD. Steven F. Fairlie,...

How soon once a person is indicted will the defendant find out if career offender is applicable to their case? And what

State or federal court? What charges and what prior convictions? Can you provide more details? Steven F. Fairlie, Esq. Fairlie & Lippy,...

Iam being charged with aggravated assult what happends if the victim/witness dont show for trial?

If the victim/witness does not show the case will either be continued or dismissed at the discretion of the Judge. There are some nuances here,...

I was recenlty charged with agg assult f1, simple assault m1,reckless endangering another person, and summary harrassment, the

There is always a chance to avoid jail time, but yours is a serious case and there is no question about it - you should consult with an experienced...

There is no question but that you should hire a lawyer to examine the details of her case and render competent advice. It is very rare that just...

I was taken for a blood test for DUI and wasnt arrested for anything. Is that what happens?

It is normal for the police to let you go without filing formal charges in a DUI. If your BAC tests over .08% within two hours of driving or if...

I live in PA just got a temp. PFA against my boyfriend now i want to drop it can i and if so how?

The courts in Eastern PA will generally just ask you some questions at the hearing to make sure that you understand what you are doing and have not...

Caught shoplifting at kmart for 15.99;additional question to prioir question? Please HELP answer this!!!

They can send you a summons even if the police did not contact you at the time, but that is probably unlikely. Try not to worry yourself to death...

What are my consequences for possession of weed and distribution

Assuming that you were charged in juvenile court, the worst case scenario would be placement in a juvenile detention facility. The best case is...