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Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, also known as DUI, is a serious offense that can impact every aspect of your life. A conviction can result in a license suspension, hefty fines, and may affect your ability to get certain jobs. When yo… Read More

With the proliferation of digital cameras and the ability to share photographs in an instant, many people – including teenagers – have started sharing images of themselves with others as part of courtship or dating. When teens share images of the… Read More

A criminal defense lawyer specializes in criminal law and fighting for your freedom while also protecting your constitutional rights when you are accused of a crime. They help you to understand the legal process while working to get your case dismiss… Read More

When a person is charged with offenses involving allegations of a sexual assault or rape, the criminal defense attorney or the prosecutor representing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania may attempt to introduce testimony concerning previous sexual assa… Read More

When a juvenile, or someone under the age of 18, is charged with a crime, the emotional impact upon the families of the minor can be devastating. Parents may feel they are no longer able to raise their children without the Juvenile Justice System inv… Read More

What is a Nebbia Order? A Nebbia Order is a condition on bail that requires the person posting bail to show where the funds used to post bail are coming from. Even if you have the funds to pay, the Nebbia order can only be removed if the judge agrees… Read More

When you are arrested for a crime in Philadelphia, there are two court appearances you will attend. The preliminary arraignment is held shortly after your arrest, and the formal arraignment is held after the preliminary hearing if you are charged wit… Read More

Bail in Philadelphia is set at the time of arraignment. If bail is set, it is either a monetary cash bail where you are required to post funds to be released or unsecured also known as “SOB” bail, Sign Own Bond, where you are not required to post… Read More