What Is A Mistrial?
Depending on which party you are in a criminal prosecution, a mistrial can be either a huge inconvenience or advantage if viewed from a legal strategic standpoint. Defined simply, a mistrial is a trial that the presiding judge brings to an end before a determination on the merits of the case is reached. This can […]
Read MoreWhat Rights Do Prisoners Have in Pennsylvania?
Even when a person has been convicted of a crime, they don’t deserve to live in conditions that threaten their health, safety, and human dignity. Prisoners, even those on death row, are afforded fundamental human rights to preserve their humanity. Prisoner’s Rights Laws are dedicated to balancing this population’s rights with their status as prisoners. […]
Read MoreDoes the RICO Act Apply in Pennsylvania?
Organized crime and gangs were a huge issue within the United States during the 1970s. In response, the federal government passed the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, most often known as the RICO Act. Today, the RICO Act still applies and can result in serious criminal charges. Can I Be Prosecuted Under the RICO […]
Read MoreInvoluntary Confinement in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
By: Brian Newman, Esquire We often have clients with loved ones that are engaging in self-destructive behavior, either from drug use or mental health problems, who refuse to get help. These clients want to force the person to seek help for their own good. Unfortunately, it is difficult to force an adult to do something […]
Read MoreHow to respond to the service of a search warrant at your home
By William E. Moore, Esquire Imagine responding to a knock on the door to discover several police officers waving a paper demanding to search your home. That piece of paper is a search warrant issued by a local judge giving the police the authority to search for items listed on the warrant. If you are […]
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