A first-time maximum punishment for felony burglary in Pennsylvania is up to 10 or 20 years imprisonment and $25,000 in fines under 18 Pa.C.S. § 1103, depending upon the grading of your offense. However, if prosecutors can prove that you intended to commit a first- or second-degree felony after entry, you could receive multiple convictions […]
What Is a Mere Encounter?
A mere encounter with a police officer is not considered to be a police stop under the law. Police sometimes talk to people on the street without formally commanding them to stop to try to get information. Police are generally looking for more information about a crime when they do this. Mere encounters do not […]
What Happens at a Preliminary Hearing in PA?
A preliminary hearing is a criminal court hearing where prosecutors present evidence to demonstrate they have enough evidence that a crime occurred and that you committed it. They could present testimony, photos, dashcam footage, and other physical evidence. Your PA criminal defense lawyer can also introduce evidence as part of your defense at this time. […]
What to Do If the Police Want to Question You
There are several ways to respond if the police want to question you. However, you should exercise your Fifth and Sixth Amendment rights under the US Constitution by remaining silent and tell them you want an attorney. This response will protect your legal rights and possibly undermine investigatory efforts if the police want to interview […]
Is Hacking a Federal Crime?
Short Answer: Yes, hacking, or the unauthorized access of a device or network, is a federal crime under 18 U.S.C. § 1030. It is also a crime at the state level. A misdemeanor conviction is punishable by up to one-year imprisonment and $100,000 in fines, while a felony conviction is punishable by up to ten […]
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