Manslaughter could be a felony in Pennsylvania if specific facts are present and proven in a criminal court beyond a reasonable doubt. The Commonwealth charges manslaughter as either a misdemeanor or felony. It would be a misdemeanor if negligence was the cause, whereas you face a felony if it involved a crime of intense passion […]
Phil. Homicide Detectives Begin Taping Interrogations
As reported on Philly.com today, the Philadelphia Police Department will begin taping interrogations in homicide cases. Do you think this will help the truth-determining process in Philadelphia courts? To read the article, click here. If you enjoyed this post, check out this criminal defense article. Were You Charged with a Crime in Pennsylvania or New […]