Posts Tagged ‘criminal defense attorney for minors in Erie’
What to Do If You’re Charged With a Felony in Pennsylvania
Being charged with a felony in Pennsylvania is a serious and life-altering event. Felony charges can carry severe penalties, including lengthy prison sentences, heavy fines, and long-term consequences that affect employment, housing, and personal freedoms. What you do immediately after being charged can significantly impact the outcome of your case. If you or a loved…
Read MoreTheft and Shoplifting Charges Spike During the Holidays — Know Your Rights in Pennsylvania
The holiday season often brings joy, time with family, and festive shopping in communities across Northwestern Pennsylvania — from Erie to Crawford, Mercer, Venango, and Warren counties. But it also brings increased risk of theft and shoplifting. Stores are busier, inventory is visible, staff may be stretched thin, and thieves often see opportunities. If you’re…
Read MoreConsequences of a Criminal Conviction in Pennsylvania
When you think about the consequences of a criminal conviction, you probably think about jail, fines, loss of driving privileges, probation, alcohol or drug programs, community service, and ignition interlock devices. If so, you are correct. These punishments are just a few of the potential consequences of being convicted of a crime in Pennsylvania. However,…
Read MoreWhat to Do If My Child is Arrested for a Crime?
Has your child been accused of a crime in Pennsylvania? If so, you must take the matter very seriously, regardless of how ‘minor’ the charge. It is a mistake to consider any criminal charge ‘minor’ because all criminal convictions carry some consequence for your child. It is also a mistake to assume a judge or…
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