What does this mean? It was filed by a judge....

It means that the DA requested to drop the case and the court is allowing them to do so. Basically, after further review of the case the DA has...

How long can my brother be held in jail before his arraignment in the state of pa?

There is no limit as to how long he can sit prior to arraignment. The only rule is how long he can sit prior to coming to trial. Assuming that...

Can a sentence change after sentenceing

The Megan's Law registration laws have changed and it looks like you got caught up in it. There is a way to potentially have your registration...

"Actual communication" can be oral or written. I suppose there are other ways to receive actual communications as that term is used in the...

Daughters was told time expired to file writ

It's hard to give you an answer with such sparse details. I'm guessing that your daughter filed a habeas petition in the federal courts after her...

Is the right of discovery available in a Pennsylvania magisterial court?

There is no right to discovery prior to your preliminary hearing in PA, but each county handles this differently. I'm told--although I have yet to...

It wouldn't hurt your daughter to take up a local attorney's offer of a free consultation, especially if that attorney is familiar with the...

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What can i do to help with the appeal process?

It really depends on how long ago he was convicted and what remedies he's already pursued. As far as what you, personally, can do for your friend,...

Is it possible to move an ARD hearing date again?

If you've got a good reason for not being in the state on the new date--pre-planned, non-refundable vacation, work obligation, funeral, etc.--then...

I am 16 and my girlfriend is 17 can she get in trouble for having sex with me when she turns 18?

I'm going to respectfully disagree with my colleagues on this one. Your girlfriend could be charged with corruption of minors once she turns 18. ...