What to Do if a No Contact Order Is Issued Against You in Pittsburgh, PA
Anyone in Pennsylvania could obtain a no-contact order (also called a protection from abuse order), and they don’t cost a dime. If someone you know claims you’re stalking, intimidating, or abusing them, they could file a petition to obtain a…
What to Do if You Receive a Criminal Summons in Pennsylvania
Once a criminal complaint is filed against you, you’ll likely receive a criminal summons requesting you to appear in court in the following days. This shouldn’t be taken lightly, and knowing how to navigate the Pennsylvania criminal process could protect…
New Pennsylvania Law (Deana’s Law) Increases Penalties for Repeat DUI Offenders
Anyone charged with driving under the influence (DUI) offense faces severe criminal penalties. However, with the enactment of Deana’s Law, the consequences for repeat DUI offenders in Pennsylvania are even more devastating. What Is Deana’s Law? In 2019, a woman…
What Are Corruption of a Minor Charges in Pennsylvania?
There are multiple situations in which a person, typically an adult, may be charged with the corruption of a minor. This charge is often included with more severe crimes. In these cases, you will need one of the best criminal…
How to Get Charges Dismissed at the Preliminary Hearing in Pennsylvania
IMPORTANT: If you are facing criminal charges in Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, or elsewhere in Western PA, our criminal defense attorneys can help. We offer free consultations, are available 24/7, and have experience getting criminal charges dismissed. Call (412) 281-2146 today….
What is the Birchfield Ruling and How Does it Apply to Your DUI?
If you’re pulled over for a suspected DUI in Pennsylvania, you may be asked to submit to a chemical DUI test. This typically involves providing a blood, breath, or urine sample, which will then be analyzed for your blood alcohol…
What To Do When Your Child is Arrested at School in Pennsylvania
All parents dread getting a phone call from the school telling them their child is in trouble. However, when their child’s acts amount to criminal behavior, the police get involved. What Is the Pennsylvania Safe Schools Act? The Pennsylvania Safe…
What if I’m Arrested While on ARD?
Every county handles ARD probation violations differently; however, a general violation of the program’s requirements can land you in hot water. Even an arrest and new criminal charges without a formal conviction can revoke your ARD probation. You may return…
Why Knowing the Number of PA Law Enforcement Agencies Matters
Pennsylvania has enacted laws to hold police officers accountable for misconduct, but how do citizens know that law enforcement actions are accurately reported? With PA Act 57, the legislature created a database that is supposed to track misconduct. More than…
Online Sting Operations in Pennsylvania
The police will do anything to catch a suspect. They will even create fake situations online to engage people who may not have committed a sex crime without the opportunity created by the cops. An online sex crime sting involves…
