Is Philly DA really ignoring crime or refusing to prosecute it?
Many Philadelphians have accused Krasner of offering “sweet” deals but plea offers aren’t uncommon and are made for many reasons
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Pennsylvania Offense Gravity Scores
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 […]
The Most Common Client Question About Sentencing
You must view sentencing as an opportunity to still obtain a favorable outcome despite a plea or conviction
Why only probation for evidence tampering following a death? Understanding Sentencing Guidelines
Why Probation for Tampering with evidence following a death Recently a Philadelphia jury found 22 year old Michael White not guilty of voluntary manslaughter and related charges following an incident which resulted in the death of Sean Schellenger. The incident occurred in Rittenhouse Square Section of the City in 2018 and White was charged with […]
Common Crimes During New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day
A criminal problem can happen at any time but there is a greater chance that this could happen whenever there is a large gathering of people and alcohol
What it takes to withdraw a guilty plea in New Jersey or Pennsylvania
Our law firm represents individuals in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. As I have written on previous occasions, while the 2 state share borders and residents travel between them daily, their criminal courts operate differently. You may recall that in Pennsylvania a defendant is entitled to a preliminary hearing whereas in New Jersey […]
Philadelphia Criminal Law – Antonio Brown – Should He Settle
Unlike a criminal court, the plaintiffs lawyers can force him to either testify or invoke his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination
Suspended Driver Licenses and Mandatory Jail in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, under Section 1543(a), any person who drives following a suspension of driving privileges (drivers license) is guilty of a summary offense
Polygraph Admissibility- Pennsylvania & New Jersey
Professional bodybuilder and current Mr. Olympia, Shawn Rhoden is charged with rape in Utah but passed a polygraph test. Courts consider polygraphs unreliable
Should You Speak to Police?
Will speaking to police or apologizing really help you? This doesn’t mean that you get to be rude to the officer but mishandling this situation can damage your defense