Pennsylvania Juvenile Defense Attorney Serving Erie, Edinboro, Warren, and All of Northwestern PA Lots of parents we talk to, and some college students too, believe they don’t need a defense attorney to handle juvenile offenses. Nothing could be further from the truth. Juvenile offenses do not ‘disappear’ in time, they are simply kept on a… Read more »
Erie PA Criminal Defense Attorney
Facing Charges For Underage Drinking? Speak To An Attorney About Your Rights
If you are a college student, facing charges for underage drinking or minor in possession of alcohol, you should contact a criminal defense lawyer at The Travis Law Firm as soon as possible. Do not trust the police in this matter, what you say to them will be used against you. Speak only to your… Read more »
Criminal Defense Attorney 101
What Does a Criminal Defense Attorney Do? Simply put, a defense lawyer acts as a representative for anyone charged with a crime. This representation includes going to court if necessary. The constitution promises all citizens charged with a crime be provided representation if they cannot afford it. That’s just how important it is to have an experienced criminal… Read more »
Why Would You Waive Your Rights To A Preliminary Hearing?
A local Lake City resident has been charged with aggravated assault and homicide by vehicle while driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol. The charges are resulting from an accident on Presque Isle last June in which one person, a 17-year-old passenger, was killed when the vehicle struck a tree. The car was estimated to be traveling… Read more »
Students Beware – PA State Police Looking for Underage Drinking & Fake IDs
School is back in session, and parties are already happening on weekends at universities around Erie & Edinboro. State police have made it a priority to seek out students guilty of underage drinking. One of the main areas they’ll be focusing on is fraternities and sororities, as patrols are scheduled to increase during the Fall…. Read more »
Hiring A Criminal Defense Attorney
Erie Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorneys Do I Need a Defense Attorney? You will need an experienced defense attorney if you are facing any serious criminal charge. Why? How many times have you defended someone in a court of law? Do you know which motions to file (and when to file them)? We have been representing… Read more »
St. Patrick's Day Begins This Weekend in Erie
St. Patty’s Day Festivities Begin There will plenty of places to get your green on this weekend as several Erie pubs, restaurants, theaters, taverns and bars have plans for festivities to take place over the weekend and on Tuesday. There is even a parade. We encourage you to have a fun holiday, but please be… Read more »