Pennsylvania law distinguishes between simple and aggravated assault. The latter can result in felony charges while simple assault is a misdemeanor offense. Review the factors that separate these offenses when facing a court date for assault charges. Simple assault...
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Caretaker pleads guilty to child endangerment charges
Pennsylvania law classifies an offense that endangers the welfare of a child as a felony. An individual acting with a "substantial risk" of causing serious bodily injury or death of a child may face a third-degree felony charge, as noted by abc27.com news. A...
3 special witnesses who might testify in your criminal case
Criminal cases are about the law. If you broke the rules, you could face a conviction. However, your case is also about facts. Sometimes, these facts are complex. That is where special witnesses come in. Here are three of the most common types of professionals who...
Understanding the appeal process
If defendants are not happy with the results of their criminal trials, they may think that an appeal is the automatic next step. However, a defendant may not request an appeal just because the verdict was not pleasing. There are specific reasons why a judge may grant...
$1,000,000 bail set for Lancaster protesters
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...
Preparing for a court hearing: what you should know
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...
What should violent crime suspects know about plea bargaining?
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...
When can people be charged with simple assault?
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...
Is it possible to appeal a guilty verdict?
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...
The elements of first-degree murder
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...
