After I waive rule 600 how long do they got to take me to trial

Rule 600 reflects your right to a speedy trial. Once you waive Rule 600, the time will not count toward the 365 days. Andrea Mertz,...

3- 1st time charges/int poss cont subs by per not reg 2. use/poss of drug par/3. careless driving in pa. what will happen?

I suggest you speak with a local experienced criminal defense attorney. You may be eligible for a diversionary program that would result in months...

Expungement form 790 in Pennsylvania. Can it be used in Megans law felony charges if defendant plead guilty 10 years ago?

There is absolutely no way in Pennsylvania to expunge a felony. Reversing a guilty plea this late will be next to impossible. Return to the...

How much time will my boyfriend get for a burglary while still on probation?

A sentence for burglary (or any crime) depends on numerous factors such as his prior record score and the offense gravity score of the crime. ...

My boyfriend is 18, I am 14, there is a 3 year 3 months difference between us. My parents threatened to get a harassment charge

Your boyfriend could be looking at serious felony crimes and if prosecution is successful, Megan's law/SORNA registration for years to come as a...

My husband filed the motion to remove counsel. How long do the courts wait? Its been 3 months.

Defendants are appointed counsel by the Commonwealth. Your husband has a right to such pro bono free counsel to protect his constitutional rights....

If you want Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition, do you have to request it immediately, or fight the charge and resort to ARD

As of April 23, 2014, ARD is now offered to those charged with most summary offenses. I suggest you contact an attorney in your area. Having a...

If i didn't go to court yet and my case is pending will it show up on my background check?

It will show on a background check. Talk to a local attorney. There is a first time offender program that if completed successfully your record...

You should consult with an attorney in your locality. Keep in mind that you have a limited time to appeal an MDJ's ruling.

The District Attorney's office may file a motion to terminate your ARD. If that happens, you could negotiate an extension of ARD for a couple...