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.
Recently, a new type of binge drinking entered the underage and college arena –the “blackout rage gallon” or Borg. The Borg is a gallon jug filled with water, vodka, a caffeinated drink, water flavoring, and liquid IV.
Recently, All-SEC Georgia Bulldogs’ linebacker Jamon Dumas-Johnson was arrested for reckless driving and racing on highways in Athens-Clarke County, Georgia. This case provides a good opportunity to explain traffic laws in Pennsylvania and New Jersey which could result in a suspended driver’s license and or jail! Yes, you can go to jail for traffic violations!
Miles has no prior criminal history. While he did not allegedly fire the fatal shot, he allegedly admitted that he gave the gun to the shooter after another player, Brandon Miller, brought it to him
In a criminal case, someone accused of a crime has the absolute right to a fair trial by an impartial jury. The defendant, however, does not have the right to a trial in a county of their choice.
