Shooting and gun related violence have become almost daily occurrences in Philadelphia. This incident provides another opportunity to explain the dramatic differences in gun and firearm laws in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Criminal mischief is a misdemeanor of the second degree if the loss is in excess of $1,000 and a misdemeanor of the third degree if the loss is in excess of $500, but less than $1,000. Briere is charged with a misdemeanor of the second and it is alleged that the value of the wheelchair exceed $1,000.00.
Recently, President Biden signed an executive order to increase gun regulation across the country. The order, however, does not target those who possess handgun illegally but rather all potential gun owner
The sentencing judge isn’t authorized to go below the mandatory minimum sentence unless the attorney filed for a Graves Act Waiver. Without a waiver, judge would be imposing an illegal sentence which would be overturned on appeal.
Recently, former NBA star, Shawn Kemp, was arrested and charged following an alleged drive by shooting in the Pierce County, Washington State. While this case did not occur in Pennsylvania or New Jersey where our criminal defense law firm maintains its practice, it provides a great example of direct vs. circumstantial evidence.
While most people believe that these cases arise from conduct which occurs on the street, in a car, or directly by police, there are many cases where the conduct is observed on social media and on applications such as Facebook, Tik Tok, or Instagram.
The trial last six weeks and dominated the media headlines. Murdaugh, originally denied that he was near the crime scene on the day in question
At the time of the arrest, she maintained a permit to carry the handgun from Florida and legally purchased the gun. New Jersey, however, does not recognize out of state permits to carry. Deville remains free on bail following her arrest but faces a mandatory minimum state prison sentence if convicted.
Recently, former University of Georgia star, Jalen Carter was charged with reckless driving and drag racing, following a Jan 15, 2023 in Athens Georgia where a crash killed a teammate and recruiting staff member.
While traffic offenses in Pennsylvania are often summary or misdemeanor crimes, there are a number which are felony offenses, specifically those involving death or personal injury.
