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I was called in for questioning about 7 months ago and I still haven't heard anything so should I be worried about it ?
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Answered on January 24, 2015
You should speak to a Criminal Defense Attorney. In most cases, the consultation is free. The defense attorney can provide expert advice about...
I don't know if I actually got a DUI or not
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Answered on January 04, 2015
You will likely receive a summons in the mail within the next few weeks. You will receive a Summons, a Copy of the Criminal Complaint, a...
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Can I get a summary offense expunged
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Answered on December 20, 2014
Generally, you can have a summary offense expunged after 5 years.
If you have been convicted of Underage Drinking, 18 Pa.C.S.A. 6308, you can...
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Recently a DM ruled in my favor by default. Defendant appealed to the court of common pleas. I have 20 days to file a complaint.
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Answered on November 26, 2014
The Rules of Civil Procedure can be complex. You NEED an attorney to prepare and file your complaint. If you fail to comply with the Rules of...
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Big civil court question.
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Answered on November 17, 2014
If you have prevailed at the District Court level and the opposing party has filed an appeal, you have 20 days to file a Complaint. A Complaint in...
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Misdemeanor 2, Second Offense
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Answered on November 06, 2014
If this is your third offense, it would be properly graded as a Felony 3. They can amend the charge at the preliminary hearing to reflect a...
How do I know from my docket sheet if my offense was a misdemeanor or a felony?
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Answered on November 06, 2014
Because the docket sheets online are generally "migrated" offenses such as Thefts are difficult to ascertain. As a general rule in Pennsylvania,...
Can a detective pretend to be a criminal defense lawyer?
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Answered on October 31, 2014
If you go to www.padisciplinaryboard.org you can look up an attorney.
Although it is possible for a detective to pretend to be a criminal...
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What is the statue of limitations for the police to charge you with a Dui?
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Answered on October 30, 2014
The statute of limitations in PA is 2 years for DUI. However, Rule 519 of the PA Rules of Criminal Procedure require law enforcement to file a...
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I received a call from a police officer asking me to come in to talk about charges my former employer wants to file.
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Answered on October 29, 2014
Nothing good ever comes from talking to a police officer alone. It is impossible to talk yourself out of trouble, but very easy to talk yourself...
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