Can I plead not guilty for an underage drinking charge?

You should plead not guilty. A conviction for underage drinking has immediate consequences: (a) A fine, (b) a conviction on your record, and (c) a...

1st and 2nd offense 7 years ago. The first I paid a fine through the Magistrate's office, the 2nd, fines,1 yr. probation& ARD

If you went through ARD program for your second offense, this would not count as a conviction. Therefore, this offense would likely be graded as a...

How to self represent in a civil action: me vs. pennsylvania department of transportation

Unfortunately, the penalties for a violation of Section 1786 are tough. The only way to avoid a suspension is to establish that your vehicle was...

I got an underage drinking citation last night in Pennsylvania. Im 18. how long will i lose my license?

If convicted, your operating privileges will be suspended for 90 days for a first offense. However, you may be able to obtain an Occupational...

I work in NJ, a person hit me in the rear and left, only to go a 1/4 mile and stop, I was taken to the hospital for neck pain.

You must retain an attorney who is licensed to practice law in New Jersey. Any civil action that is brought will be venued in New Jersey. ...

We did not realize we had to respone to a judgement against us court on thurs anything we can do

If this is a magisterial district court civil case, you may call the court on Monday. Notify the court that you intend to enter a defense. The...

In many cases, the documents you signed, but if you are like most of us, you did not read, allow the mechanic to test drive the vehicle. Even if...

Expungments

Misdemeanor and felony convictions cannot be expunged until you are 70 years old and have been free from arrest or incarceration for at least 10...

Sentencing for Felony Theft Isn't there mandatory jail time for multiple felony theft especially including theft of a firearm?

There is no mandatory minimum jail term simply because of the number of thefts that are committed by the same individual. Sentencing will depend...

The "fine" is actually a civil demand notice. In Pennsylvania, a retailer has the right to sue a suspected shoplifter civilly. You will likely...