Most PA felonies carry no automatic minimum. Philadelphia lawyer Brian Fishman explains § 1103’s maximums, the half rule and the 8th Edition guidelines.
For many first-time offenders, a single mistake can feel like a life-altering event. In Pennsylvania, the Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) program serves as a critical diversionary tool designed to help individuals avoid the long-term consequences of a criminal conviction.
In Commonwealth v. Sumpter (2025), a PA court struck down Section 6108 as applied to unlicensed open carry in Philadelphia. What it means for your charge.
PA Rule 600 requires Philadelphia prosecutors to bring cases to trial within 365 days. Brian Fishman explains excludable time and how to secure a dismissal.
Under Pennsylvania’s new clean slate law (commonly referred to as “Clean Slate 3.0”), certain offenses are eligible for automatic record [...]
Facing criminal charges can be an unnerving and stressful situation. Depending on the specific charges against you, you could face [...]
As a criminal defendant in Pennsylvania, you are entitled to the presumption of innocence. You are innocent until proven guilty; [...]
When you are facing criminal charges in Philadelphia, you have the constitutional right to a fair trial. This means you [...]
Facing criminal charges in Philadelphia is a serious matter, and avoiding unnecessary consequences requires experienced legal representation. When choosing a [...]
When you are facing criminal charges, it is extremely important that you avoid giving too much information to the prosecution. [...]
One of the most important aspects of criminal law is the burden of proof. In all misdemeanor and felony cases, [...]
While most people are familiar with the Miranda warning (“You have the right to remain silent . . . .”), [...]
What is the point of hiring a criminal defense lawyer? If you are innocent, the prosecution doesn’t have a [...]
When you have a court date for a traffic case or criminal case in Pennsylvania, you must show up. If [...]
You’ve been charged with a crime, and you are wondering whether you need to hire a defense lawyer. Maybe [...]
You’ve been charged with a crime in Pennsylvania. But, you are innocent. You are wrongly accused, and your future is [...]
For many people, the prospect of fighting for their freedom in court can be overwhelming. Additionally, many people assume that [...]
Unfortunately, racism is very much still a real problem in Philadelphia and other parts of Pennsylvania. There have been several [...]
If you are facing a criminal charge that carries the possibility of incarceration, you have the right to have your [...]
You have been arrested, and you are fairly certain that you are guilty of the crime alleged. You were [...]
