On behalf of Marinaro Law Firm | Sep 16, 2020 | Criminal Defense
The times we live in now are unprecedented, but regardless of the time, facing criminal charges is a harrowing and life-changing ordeal. This is especially true when one is accused of violent crimes, like arson and riot-related charges. If convicted, the consequences...
On behalf of Marinaro Law Firm | Aug 26, 2020 | Criminal Defense, Family Law
Eventually, everyone will encounter a legal issue of some sort. Whether it is a divorce, a criminal charge or a child custody dispute, you may need to attend a court hearing for it. This means that you will receive a notice in the mail of your hearing. Then, you need...
On behalf of Marinaro Law Firm | Aug 17, 2020 | Criminal Defense
When Pennsylvania residents are charged with any type of crime, they know it is a serious matter. However, violent crime suspects may have a bit of a harder time attempting to handle their criminal cases. These suspects are oftentimes treated harshly from a bond...
On behalf of Marinaro Law Firm | Jun 19, 2020 | Criminal Defense
There are many different ways that people in Pennsylvania resolve their disputes. There are some who will simply let things go and walk away from conflict. Others may want to work through their disagreements through discussion. However, sometimes situations of high...
On behalf of Marinaro Law Firm | May 19, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Not every criminal trial ends in a favorable result for the accused. However, a guilty verdict does not have to be the end of the story. Depending on the circumstances, a person can appeal the lower court’s decision in order to reduce the sentence they received. It is...
On behalf of Marinaro Law Firm | Feb 17, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Being accused of a misdemeanor offense is one thing, but being dealt criminal charges based on an alleged violent crime is something else altogether. Although a conviction for a misdemeanor offense can have significant consequences, they pale in comparison to the...
On behalf of Marinaro Law Firm | Feb 17, 2020 | Criminal Defense
In criminal law, many of the cases turn into a “he said, she said” situation. This means that the most credible witnesses may hold sway over the judge or jury, thereby controlling the outcome of the case at hand. This means that taking witness testimony is about much...
On behalf of Marinaro Law Firm | Jan 10, 2020 | Criminal Defense
We all make assumptions as we go through our days. For instance, many take for granted that Lancaster’s intersections will fill up during rush hours and ease up on weekends. We assume it will be cold in a Pennsylvania winter and warm in summer. Sports fans often...
On behalf of Marinaro Law Firm | Dec 20, 2019 | Criminal Defense
While a simple assault is a misdemeanor in Pennsylvania, an aggravated assault is a first- or second-degree felony. However, what makes an assault aggravated as opposed to simple? The aggravating factors that elevate an assault to the level of a felony include the...
On behalf of Marinaro Law Firm | Nov 22, 2019 | Criminal Defense
In a rare moment of bipartisan agreement, both Republicans and Democrats agree that the parole and probation system in Pennsylvania needs to change. Three new bills are under review with the state senate that seek to shorten parole terms and reduce the number of minor...
