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It may seem hard to believe, but people are often shocked to discover that they have been charged with murder. This is usually because they have been charged with second-degree murder – a complex charge that allows prosecutors to charge you wit… Read More

While degree murder charges may be the most serious charges you can face, third-degree murder charges are probably the most difficult to understand. If you’ve been charged with third-degree murder, you need to know exactly what you’re facing. Und… Read More

Criminal homicide charges are some of the most serious criminal charges you can face. Whether charged with murder, manslaughter, or death by auto, these charges carry serious time in prison and heavy fines if convicted. In addition, a conviction is l… Read More

“Heat of passion” voluntary manslaughter in Philadelphia requires the jury to find that at the time of the killing, the defendant acted under a sudden and intense passion resulting from serious provocation. Passion in terms of voluntary manslaugh… Read More

Are you looking for an experienced homicide defense lawyer in Philadelphia? Lauren Wimmer worked with the Judges in Philadelphia’s homicide court before becoming a defense attorney. This experience provides unique insight into the types of argument… Read More

Homicide charges can carry the most severe consequences specified by Pennsylvania law. If you are accused of murder you need an attorney with a proven record of achieving successful results in a Philadelphia homicide case to level the playing field a… Read More

What constitutes criminal homicide in Philadelphia and throughout the state of Pennsylvania? Criminal Homicide is a more general term under Pennsylvania law which refers to knowingly, intentionally, recklessly or negligently causing the death of anot… Read More

When would a person be accused of a criminal homicide or a third degree murder in Philadelphia and across Pennsylvania? Homicides are divided into various categories which are associated the circumstances surrounding the events associated with the lo… Read More