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Carson Briere Receives Diversion for Criminal Mischief in Erie, PA– He didn’t get special treatment, he won’t have a record, and why his sentence is absolutely appropriate.

Philadelphia Flyers General Manager Danny Briere’ son, Carson Briere, was recently admitted into a criminal diversion program (Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition) (ARD) in Erie County, Pennsylvania. You may recall that the younger Briere was charged with criminal mischief and disorderly conduct following an incident where he threw a empty wheelchair down a flight of stairs in a local Pub. No one was injured but the incident was captured on video which went viral on social media.

Pennsylvania’s New Porch Pirate Law – How porch package theft could now be a felony in Pennsylvania – What makes a theft a felony, misdemeanor or summary offense in Pennsylvania. How does New Jersey go after “Porch Pirates.”

General

In Pennsylvania, over two million people have been a victim of mail theft with the average value of the package being approximately $43.00.

The Effect of a No Contest (Nolo Contendere) Plea on Civil Liability for Death, Personal Injury & Property Damage

Criminal Defense

While negotiated and open guilty pleas require a defendant (accused) to admit to certain facts, a plea of no contest or no contendere is much different.

Estate Documents Adults Should Have in Their Plan

Criminal Defense lawyer Alfonso Gambone, Esq., discusses estate planning with Russ Nesevich, Esq. of Nesevich Law. As the founder of Nesevich Law, LLC, Russ Nesevich ensures that clients have optimally planned to protect their families and their assets through all stages of life. He establishes lifetime plans to ensure that children are protected and provided for should anything happen to their parents.

Car Thefts are at a 20 year high in Philadelphia! Over 21,000 vehicles have been stolen in the City in 2023…and there are still over 2 weeks left!

General

How serious is a theft, fraud or forgery charge in Pennsylvania. What makes robbery different?
Despite the Holidays, Philadelphia’s problems continue to get worse! Car thefts are at 20 year high. Over 20,000 cars have been stolen to date in 2023! Philadelphia already has some of the nation’s highest insurance rates, the theft surge is likely to make those rates even higher!

Independent Source Doctrine, Search Warrants & Excluded Evidence – Why a Pennsylvania criminal court may still allow evidence against you despite improper police or prosecution conduct?

Illegal Search & Seizure

Police and law enforcement often need to obtain a warrant to obtain key evidence against a defendant. While police misconduct can often jeopardize the prosecution’s case, it doesn’t always result in a dismissal.

December 2023 Newsletter

General

Our law firm strives to provide our clients and their families with the most up to date information on their constitutional rights in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. We do it through our weekly blogs, E-Updates, videos, vlogs and our mailed monthly newsletter which highlights our most popular articles.

Hand Gun Sales & Permits to Carry Increase 600% in Philadelphia – What to know about “Straw Purchases,” permits to carry, and reciprocity with New Jersey.

General

Most of these new Philadelphia gun owners have never owned a weapon and now must understand the responsibility and potential consequences that come with gun ownership. Pennsylvania maintains various handgun laws but, unlike New Jersey, does not mandatory minimum sentencing for most gun crimes. There are, however, some exceptions.

Fox 29’s Bob Kelly’s Attacker Pleads Guilty in Cape May County, NJ for Sea Isle Assault – Probation, county jail or New Jersey state prison?

Diversion Programs

Prior to the plea, Iannone, through his criminal defense lawyer, attempted to obtain the Pre-Trial Diversion (PTI) program but the prosecution rejected the application. It appears that Iannone was rejected based on alleged prior criminal history and Kelly’s objection to his admission to this diversion program.

Warrant Issued for Buffalo Bill Von Miller For Alleged Assault of a Pregnant Woman – What is probable cause for domestic violence and how does a victim’s pregnancy affect the criminal charge?

Criminal Defense

Police were called to a residence where a woman alleged that Miller assaulted her. While Miller wasn’t present when police arrived, the woman provided a statement and displayed physical signs of an assault. The relationship between her and Miller remains unknown

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