You never imagined that you or a loved one would get arrested and face criminal charges, but here you are. Now what? First, you need to understand the charges against you and ...
House arrest is an option for some individuals facing arrest or conviction of a crime. In Pennsylvania, only certain counties use house arrest as an alternative to bail or ...
In Pennsylvania, it is the judge who will determine the consequences you face, not the jury. A sentencing hearing happens after a guilty verdict at trial or when you enter a ...
What can you expect at your preliminary hearing? According to the United States Department of Justice, a preliminary hearing is “a little like a mini-trial.” The prosecutors ...
While judges have a lot of discretion when sentencing someone found guilty of a crime, they must consider the sentencing guidelines in Pennsylvania when making their decision. ...