Being charged with a crime is an overwhelming experience, and many people simply don’t know what to do. One of the most damaging things defendants regularly do is assume that the prosecution has a strong case. However, you should be aware that you…
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Almost every day, it seems like there is another report concerning the use of excessive force by the police during an otherwise routine arrest. The police will argue that the victim was resisting or otherwise believed to be dangerous, but we know tha…
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A felony conviction carries severe consequences that can change your life forever. Depending on your charges and the circumstances of your case, you could be facing anywhere from three-and-a-half years to 20 years in prison. While time in prison may…
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A Criminal Defense Lawyer in Philadelphia Helping People Deprived of Due Process Get Justice It may seem like only constitutional violations are a relatively rare occurrence and that it can only happen to someone else. The truth of the matter is that…
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If you are researching whether you should hire a criminal defense attorney in Philadelphia or New Jersey, the answer to whether you need a criminal defense lawyer is most likely “yes”. If you have been arrested or charged with committing a crime,…
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It has been widely reported the criminal prosecution and imprisonment tends to harden criminals, especially non-violent offenders who may be suffering from drug addiction. There is a nationwide-trend to find less damaging methods to deal with low-lev…
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There is a common misconception that you don’t need to hire an attorney until you are indicted or charged with a crime. While it may not be absolutely necessary, hiring an attorney before you are charged has a lot of advantages and perhaps help you…
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Your rights under the United States Constitution do not vanish when you are arrested or charged with a crime. Specifically, the Fourth and Fifth Amendments to the federal Constitution guarantee your rights to be free of unlawful searches and seizures…
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If you’ve been the victim of police brutality or other unlawful police action, it’s easy to feel helpless. After all, the very people who are supposed to protect you from harm are the ones who violated your rights. Fortunately, you may have optio…
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Violent crime is a serious problem in Philadelphia and across the country. Therefore, it is no surprise that the authorities are cracking down on federal firearms offenses and that sentencing judges in the federal courts are imposing significant pena…
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