Porch Pirate Crackdown in Pennsylvania

Stealing a package off a front porch will become a felony in Pennsylvania in 2024. “With online shopping being a growing commerce method,...

Jan 2, 20241 min read

Should I Talk to the Police Without First Speaking to an Attorney?

The short answer, is no. You do not have to, and should not, speak to the police about a criminal matter without an attorney present. If...

Dec 21, 20223 min read

Who said there’s no second chance for a first impression? In court cases where a man is accused of assault, it can be difficult to sway...

May 23, 20224 min read

Navigating the criminal court system after a Pennsylvania DUI arrest can be a confusing experience without a knowledgeable and...

Apr 27, 20224 min read

Police Improperly Seize Cellphone Data A Pennsylvania appellate court has ruled that evidence derived from a police officer casually...

Nov 1, 20213 min read

Driving After DUI Conviction: Can You Get a Work Permit? If you plead or are otherwise found guilty of DUI in Pennsylvania, your driving...

Sep 30, 20213 min read

The second phase of Pennsylvania’s Clean Slate Law goes into effect today. This phase automatically seals certain criminal records,...

Jun 28, 20192 min read

By Melissa A. Derby, Esquire There is good news for people who have criminal records. Pennsylvania recently expanded the types of...

Feb 29, 20162 min read