I have a public defender should I get a paid lawyer

If you are satisfied with your public defender and the plea deal of a time served sentence, then you probably do not need to get a paid lawyer. If...

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What should I expect at my prelim

You will need to consult with an attorney to represent you in this matter as it it is up to the district attorney's office to decide whether to...

When can he be released??

Was he on probation or parole when he was arrested on the drug charges? If so, It is possible that he has a detainer that is holding him. This...

I am currently living in Luzerne county Pennsylvania I was wondering if while on ARD do i say i was convicted of a misdemeanor?

Your attorney is correct. If you are currently on ARD, then you have not been convicted of a crime. If your ARD was revoked for any reason, then it...

Can the court change a restitution order without notifying the victim or reduce the amount?

I would suggest that you contact the DA's office and ask them to assist you with this issue. The Victim Assistance coordinator should be able to...

If a party removes an item, not belonging to him, six months after moving out, can he be charged with theft?

Yes-he can be charged with theft. I would suggest calling the police and/or the District Attorney's Office. If the police do not want to get...

I am out on bail on charges, but I just got approved for Mental health court, Will I still do any jail time?

It sounds like if you abide by the conditions of mental health court, you will not go to prison nor be sentenced by another judge other than the...

Does this mean he got out of jail?

I have a lot of experience with criminal cases in Philadelphia. In my opinion this means that a preliminary hearing was held in municipal court and...

Pa parole vs travel to home

My suggestion would be to consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney to inquire about the possibility of filing a petition to ask the...

Can a lawyer and District Attorney have interaction prior to ARD Decision?

Absolutely yes. Your lawyer is the one who advocates on your behalf to the prosecutor to ask them to consider you for the ARD program. Although the...