A person is guilty of obstruction where he or she intentionally obstructs, impairs, or prevents the administration of law or other governmental function by force, violence, physical interference, or obstacle.
Not wearing a face mask or intentionally disregarding the social distancing requirements now falls under Pennsylvania’s crimes code. Disorderly conduct is a
These cases will become more common as residents who refuse to accept the temporary “new normal” attempt to enter grocery stores despite Governor Murphy’s order
A gathering by itself allows police to investigate the group meeting and possibly even issue a citation.
Medical experts have classified jail facilities as “ticking time bombs” for disease. There is strong constitutional ground for release under the 8th Amendment
Confinement in a county, state, or federal facility often create the ideal environment for the transmission of contagious diseases like COVID-19.
The corona virus outbreak will make this Saint Patrick’s week very different but many will still find a way to celebrate it.
A PFA and an FRO aren’t criminal prosecutions but a criminal case can develop from them in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Many Philadelphians have accused Krasner of offering “sweet” deals but plea offers aren’t uncommon and are made for many reasons
Pennsylvania Crimes & Offense Gravity Score Recently, I put out Podcast #5 where I explained the sentencing process and why its important if you are considering a plea deal. Obviously, we want all of our cases to end with an acquittal (not guilty) or with charges dismissed! This can’t always happen and so concepts such […]
