Thanks to TV police dramas, most Americans have heard the Miranda Rights spoken aloud more times than they can count.  You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, […]

Pennsylvania and federal statutes define a wide range of crimes that relate to firearms. Thousands of individuals in Pennsylvania face prosecution for gun-related crimes annually. Those convicted can receive significant sentences that include imprisonment, fines, and loss of their civil liberties (including the right to possess firearms).  Here is a review of the top five […]

Yes — police can see your deleted search history, and deleting your browser history does not erase the records held by your internet service provider (ISP). Under the Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA) and the Stored Communications Act (SCA), law enforcement must obtain a court order, subpoena, or search warrant based on probable cause to […]

Pranks and graffiti can seem like harmless fun in the moment, but these actions can cause serious and expensive property damage. It is easy to let this type of situation get out of control and commit a crime, whether you intend to or not. Being convicted of vandalism or criminal mischief in Pennsylvania can have […]

When you are accused of a crime in Pennsylvania, you can find your freedoms threatened. Depending on the type of crime you are accused of, you can end up on probation, paying expensive fines, or even going to jail. You may also find your future permanently changed by the criminal accusation, as conviction could interfere […]