Whether you are in this country with proper documentation or without the proper documentation (sometimes incorrectly referred to as “illegal”) there are significant collateral consequences facing any non-U.S. citizen who is charged with a crime. The possible consequences are complicated and vary depending on one’s exact immigration status. Whether one holds a green card, student visa, or has no papers, can make a big difference. Depending on your status, the length (more…)
Typically, people picture a criminal defense attorney as one who fights to prove your innocence. Although true, this is only half the job. Sometimes people are found guilty and sometimes people are guilty. If you are in this situation, you want your attorney to do everything possible to help you get a fair and lenient sentence. (more…)
Any car accident is a horrific experience. This nightmare can be made worse when the person who injures you is intoxicated on drugs or alcohol. People who are driving while under the influence are often going too fast and acting erratically at the scene of the accident. If a drunk driver injures you, it is important to know your rights. (more…)
A bench warrant means that there is a warrant for your arrest. There are three reasons why an individual would have a warrant out for their arrest. First, there are charges currently pending against an individual that have been filed and a warrant has been signed by a judge to arrest the person. Second, if someone has missed a court date and the court has issued a bench warrant for his or her arrest. Third, if a person is otherwise in Contempt of Court such as violating their (more…)
Increasingly, universities are becoming harsher and more formal in their discipline of students. Gone are the days when punishments were informal with few repercussions. Even though a student may not formally be charged with criminal charges by the government, the repercussions of a school disciplinary proceeding can be harsh. Students can face disciplinary actions for minor offenses, drug charges, property damage, physical or sexual assault, and other crimes. (more…)
In early 2008, a Philadelphia man was walking down the street, minding his own business and speaking on his phone, when the police stopped him and stated they needed to speak with him. Concerned that he may owe child support and be detained, the man exercised his constitutional right not to stop and continued walking. The police attempted to grab him and the man sprinted. As the police began to chase him, allegedly, a woman stated to the police that he had a gun. He continued running and according to police, pointed the gun at them. The police shot at him three times and hit him once, and he fell to the ground. After falling, he continued trying to evade, (more…)
Jury found a Philadelphia woman accused of aggravated assault not guilty last week.
In January of 2012, a Philadelphia woman was attending a Beef and Beer fundraiser at her neighborhood bar with family and friends. She encountered several young, drunk women that began a fistfight with her. The young women were escorted out of the bar but her troubles were not over. Another group of the young (more…)
