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What is Burglary in Pennsylvania? Burglary is a crime not fully understood by many people. Most think of Burglary as solely a type of theft crime; however, that is not the case. I can remember my first introduction to the concept of Burglary was an episode of the Electric Company on PBS. The show had a…
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When arrested and convicted in Pennsylvania, your punishment depends upon the seriousness of the crime and your criminal history. In Pennsylvania, Felony offenses are the most severe crimes, then misdemeanors, and then summary offenses. Crimes are categorized into Degrees, from First Degree to Third Degree, with first-degree crimes being the most serious. The question then…
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In Pennsylvania, you will have different options through the criminal justice process in which to resolve your case. A choice that leads to many questions and differences of opinions is: Should I Plead Guilty in Pennsylvania? Your options for case resolution include: What is a Guilty Plea? Once your attorney reviews the evidence (police reports,…
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From popular television shows such as Law & Order, movies, and books, most Pennsylvanians know the police are required to “read you your rights” once under arrest. While many know the phrase, they do not completely understand what these “rights” are. Legally they are referred to as “Miranda Rights” or “Miranda Warnings” after the 1966…
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What is ARD in Pennsylvania? In Pennsylvania, first time DUI offenders may be offered a diversion program called Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD). A diversion program is one that offers the opportunity to avoid the risk of a conviction at trial, and for the District Attorney to agree to have your record expunged of the arrest. So,…
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What Gun Crimes are there in Pennsylvania? Possession of a Gun in Pennsylvania Possession of a firearm or gun has become one of the most serious offenses in Pennsylvania, especially in Philadelphia and its surrounding counties. You are subject to incarceration merely for possession of a firearm without a license to carry; however, the penalties…
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Harassment and Stalking in Pennsylvania involve not just physical actions, but verbal and written actions, as well as acts of annoyance. Pennsylvania Law considers activities that are both online and off, a can be classified as “threatening” and “unnecessary” as Harassment or Stalking. Since the distinction between what one defines as “annoying”, “threatening”, or “unnecessary”…
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What is the Difference Between Simple and Aggravated Assault in Pennsylvania? Whenever a crime in Pennsylvania involves violence, injury, confrontation, or threats, you will be charged with a form of Assault. In many Pennsylvania criminal cases, this leads to the question from clients: What is the Difference Between Simple and Aggravated Assault in Pennsylvania? It…
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What is Self Defense in Pennsylvania? When Can You Claim Self Defense or Defense of Others? Pennsylvania has laws relating to the justification defense of Self-Defense of oneself or Defense of others. It is important to have a general idea of Pennsylvania’s legal protections if you are ever faced with a life or death threatening…
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If you are arrested in Pennsylvania, a short time after your arrest (within 48 hours) you must appear before a judge or bail commissioner at which time a form of bail will be set. How does bail work in Pennsylvania? Why is Bail Set? What is the Purpose of Bail? How do you Post Bail?…