he Pennsylvania and New Jersey Rules of Criminal Procedure, however, do allow private citizens to make a criminal complaint against another person. If a complaint is made, the District Attorney (Pennsylvania) or the Prosecutor (New Jersey) must determine if the alleged perpetrator should face criminal prosecution and a possible conviction
Carter pled no contest as opposed to guilty to mitigate his liability in a civil lawsuit. His criminal defense lawyers probably advised him to proceed in this way. A no contest and a guilty plea are
Recently, Northwestern fired its football coach, Pat Fitzgerald, after alleged hazing incidents that occurred amongst his football players. The school parted with the longtime coach after an outside law firm determined that while there was insufficient evidence to conclude that Fitzgerald knew about the hazing, there were significant opportunities to learn about it. The decision to terminate the coach remains highly controversial but presents an opportunity to explain how college hazing can result in criminal charges.
In addition to DWI, there is a substantial increase in traffic offenses such as reckless and carless driving. While these terms are often used interchangeably, they are very different.
In the past, when there was down time from sports, outside activities, and camp, kids needed to occupy time with books, board games, and non interactive video games. While these alternatives were not ideal, they didn’t involve potential legal consequences for young adults.
Display fireworks are those that you see during large shows. They are not available to the general public. Consumer fireworks are available to the public in many states but they are illegal to use or possess in Pennsylvania unless you are a dealer
As I’ve explained in the past in my blogs, videos, and books, individuals who fail to understand their constitution rights and limitations are usually in the worst position if and when they find themselves charged with a crime in New Jersey or Pennsylvania
While it is our sincere hope that you and your family will enjoy this and all Summer holidays without an issue, as I have stated a countless number of times, a drunk driving charge can happen to anyone regardless of their station in life.
During the Summer months, DWI/DUI (aka drunk driving) offenses often increase dramatically. Clients often ask if there is anything we can do to help with a refusal charge in New Jersey. This is often a very misunderstood area of criminal defense.
Recently, Hunter Biden, the second son of President Joe Biden, entered a plea agreement with the federal government to plead guilty to federal tax evasion charges in exchange for recommendation of probation.
Biden was also charged under 18 USC §922 (g) and (n) – possession of a firearm or ammunition by a prohibited person. This is a felony offense and a person convicted of it faces up to ten (10) years of federal incarceration.
