Yep—the charge is valid, but I do think more facts are required to see if you can still file a PCRA: the sentencing date, whether an appeal was...

my boyfriend was at the wrong place at the wrong time what can I do to help him

Firearms related parole violations can be a big deal. There are defenses, but your boyfriend should contact a local criminal defense attorney...

Will I get a criminal record if I steal a bag of skittles worth one dollar from the dollar store?

Under PA law, taking property of another with less than $50 in value is a third-degree misdemeanor. That said, I’d be surprised if an...

Is it a waste of time to hire a lawyer to get my husbands detainer lifted if a public defender tried an it was denied

It’s hard to say without knowing exactly what the PD argued and what his circumstances are. A new attorney might make arguments that are more...

Can u request or wait for or initial judge to come back for a revocation hearing?

The courts are strange right now, administratively speaking, because of coronavirus related closures. But you should contact a local criminal...

Can my landlord insist on showing my apartment that I am still living in during this pandemic?

This is a rapidly (day-to-day) evolving area. You should keep up with the status of Governor Wolf's orders and guidance:...

Attorney Margolies has put it excellently. I would add that courts differ on whether family relationships in a particular case is a...

Tenant rights during pandemic?

As of this writing, Governor Wolf has ordered that there be no residential evictions until at least July 10. Be aware that challenges to his order...

The restrictions on your use of the property should be spelled out in your lease, and, even if they are, there are good arguments that a...

When do I have to allow my ex to pick up his property ?

Attorney Burnett is correct. This situation is a mess. You seem to be living in an apartment with a different person on the lease who has...