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- Understanding Your Right to Remain Silent
Jan 4, 2023
When facing law enforcement after being pulled over or approached on the street, you may not be sure how to proceed. This is further complicated if you find yourself detained – or even worse, placed under arrest. In proper due process, you should be read your Miranda Warning when placed under arrest. This is when you are informed that “you have the right to remain silent.” Did you know that you can also exercise this...Read More - What are the Consequences of a Criminal Conviction in Pennsylvania?
Nov 28, 2022
Finding yourself in the situation of being convicted of a crime in Media, Pennsylvania is never a good thing. Convictions of any kind will indeed carry serious consequences. This holds true whether you are convicted of summary offenses or misdemeanors – and especially felonies. You can face fines, community service, and even jail time in many circumstances. Of course, this is not always the end of the road, either. After serving your time or paying...Read More - How Does the Attorney-Client Privilege Work in Pennsylvania Criminal Cases?
Oct 10, 2022
Attorney-client privilege" is a term we often hear in the news and legal dramas, but many people have misconceptions about this fundamental and foundational principle of the adversarial legal system. This is what you should know about attorney-client privilege and when it applies in PA criminal law. What Is Attorney-Client Privilege, Exactly? Attorney-client privilege is basically the obligation of your legal representative to keep certain information about you — and provided by you — confidential...Read More - Joe Lesniak honored by Inn of Court
May 10, 2022
The Guy G. deFuria American Inn of Court at its May, 2022 meeting presented the Guy G. DeFuria Award to Joe Lesniak. This is an annual award given to a member who provides outstanding and unwavering commitment to Inn, fellow attorneys and the legal profession. Joe is humbled and honored to be recognized by his colleagues...Read More - Opioid drug bust on I-80
Feb 16, 2022
Pennsylvania State Police troopers took two men into custody on the afternoon of Feb. 2 after they allegedly discovered illegal drugs and firearms during a routine traffic stop on Interstate 80. The 19-year-old and 23-year-old males are being held at the Mercer County Jail. The bonds for both men were set at $500,000 by a district magistrate, but media reports indicate that the Department of Homeland Security wants them to remain in custody because they...Read More - Understanding The Basics of Wire Fraud in Pennsylvania
Feb 2, 2022
Wire fraud ranks among the most commonly charged federal crimes. The wire that’s being referred to includes any type of telecommunication, which is a somewhat antiquated term that applies even if there are no literal wires directly involved. Today, the term wire communications covers a broad range of transmissions, including: Phone calls Faxes Texts Radio transmissions TV Internet messages Social media messages Emails Essentially, anything sent over the airwaves or via cable communication has the...Read More - Can You Face Computer Crime Charges?
Jan 24, 2022
Using your computer in specific ways may land you in trouble with the law. Some electronic activities may lead to charges of unlawful use of a computer. The charge encompasses various scenarios. Discover some of the most common examples of computer activities that may lead you to defend your actions to a jury. Hacking The most common example of unlawful use of a computer is hacking. This activity involves breaking into someone else’s personal information. Hacking...Read More - Prescription Drugs and DUI in Pennsylvania
Jan 18, 2022
Many drivers in Pennsylvania think that DUIs are only for alcohol or illegal substances, but impaired driving can include prescriptions. Prescription drugs can interfere with a driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle. This could lead to the driver getting a charge for driving under the influence of drugs. Overview of drug-impaired driving Drivers impaired on legal prescription drugs may get a drunk driving charge with or without alcohol present. In almost all states, the legal blood...Read More - Can Drugs be Considered Under DUI Laws?
Jan 5, 2022
Most people understand that driving while under the influence of alcohol can result in jail time and hefty fines. However, many Pennsylvania drivers wonder whether driving while under the influence of drugs can similarly result in a DUI charge. Rising rates of drivers testing positive for marijuana Many states have relaxed their laws governing marijuana use; some have fully decriminalized it. Pennsylvania statutes still outlaw marijuana, but several cities have decriminalized the drug. In addition,...Read More - Can You Get a Misdemeanor Expunged?
Dec 8, 2021
Although misdemeanor convictions aren’t as serious as felonies, they still show up as part of a criminal record and can cause problems in certain aspects of your life, like not being able to get a professional license or the inability to get certain types of aid like school loans. However, Pennsylvania residents may be able to get a misdemeanor expunged from their record under certain circumstances. Types of crimes eligible for expungement Misdemeanors are lesser...Read More
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