Criminal Defense Archives

Criminal Lawyer Update: Verbose Rant Gilds Recent Drug Suppression Opinion by Superior Court

Published on Jun 6, 2008

In an apparent call to the Pennsylvania General Assembly to create legislation that would allow police to arrest individuals in a high-crime neighborhoods when they spot a single, isolated transaction of money for unidentifiable objects, in Commonwealth v. Wormley, 2008 Pa. Super. 107 (Pa. Super. 2008) Justice Stevens of the Pennsylvania Superior Court cites lengths […]

What Is the Independent Source Doctrine?

Published on May 30, 2008

In a new PA Superior Court Case, Commonwealth v. Lloyd, 2008 Pa. Super. 101 (May 14, 2008), the Court upholds a search warrant for medical records obtained from a hospital by police after the county district attorney’s office illegally obtained the records. The Delaware County District Attorney’s Office obtained blood alcohol content records from a […]

Excessive Force Rampant in Philadelphia PD?

Published on May 27, 2008

The question of whether excessive and unnecessary force in the police department is worse than we thought will hot topic heating up in the upcoming months. Today, according to news reports, two Philadelphia Police Officers have been charged with beating a man alleged to have been caught painting graffiti on a wall. One article, reported […]

Search Warrants and Property Destruction During a Search

Published on May 23, 2008

Police sometimes destroy property or disturb the home’s contents when they execute a warrant. Visuals of broken flower pots, ripped-up floor boards and shredded Teddy Bears come to mind. A Case in Point: Comm. v. Thevenin – Police Say They’re Going to Take the Property Apart, and It Leads to a Defendant’s Admission If the […]

What’s the Difference Between Probation and Parole?

Published on May 13, 2008

“What’s the difference between probation and parole?” This is a frequently asked question that many of my clients ask. Both probation and parole permit an individual to serve their sentence, or a portion of their sentence, in the community, instead of in jail, which many people find attractive. Also, probation and parole are both considered […]

Melissa Montes 1 day ago

Brad was my fiancé’s attorney, he was truly exceptional from start to finish. He was incredibly attentive, knowledgeable, and well-mannered throughout the entire process. He consistently kept us informed, was reliable every step of the way, and ultimately got our case dismissed. His professionalism and dedication made a stressful situation so much easier. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of a defense attorney—his service is outstanding and absolutely deserves five stars. Thank you Brad!! Vinny and Melissa

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Melissa Rivera 1 day ago

Brad was My fiancé’s attorney he was truly exceptional from start to finish. He was incredibly attentive, knowledgeable, and well-mannered throughout the entire process. He consistently kept us informed, was reliable every step of the way, and ultimately got our case dismissed. His professionalism and dedication made a stressful situation so much easier. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of a defense attorney—his service is outstanding and absolutely deserves five stars. Thanks Brad - Vinny and Melissa

Nicholas Caputo 4 weeks ago

I spoke with several attorneys before I decided on Brad. It was clear to me based on these discussions, that Brad was the one to go with - he is extremely knowledgeable and skilled in the field of copyright law. The information he provided was more consistent with my own research than others, he was able to share new information with me that I was able to independently confirm as accurate, and his proposed action plan and projected goal for settlement was far better than the competition. Brad answered literally all of my questions to my satisfaction and made himself available and accessible for regular contact via multiple methods. Brad is also very familiar with the attorneys in this space on the opposing side and has much experience in dealing with them. In the end, the whole process took about 6-7 weeks, and we settled for an amount that was even better than our initial projected goal. I am very pleased and impressed with the outcome and Brad's overall performance. I would certainly engage him again in the future and would recommend him to anyone attempting to effectively and efficiently resolve a copyright case. Five Stars.

Wookyung Kim 4 weeks ago

The explanation on the case was succinct, precise and easy to understand. The firm's performance and the results also were all satisfactory.

Tyler Berkheiser 4 weeks ago

Great experience, very responsive and professional. Handled my case quickly and kept me informed with every step. I will use Brad again if I ever have a need in the future.

hank d 2 months ago

Thank so much! I was so disoriented from frivolous allegations and luckily found Mr. Shuttleworth. Right away, he helped me composed and recollected myself and I felt better. He is personable and definitely cares for his clients and will follow up. Mr. Shuttleworth knows his laws and have the resources to solve outside his jurisdiction, too. Thankfully everything was set right and I am grateful to have met you!

Tyler Corrigan 2 months ago

I went from confused and anxious to educated and prepared after just my first meeting with Brad. Brad was professional, kind, and really wanted to see the best outcome for my situation. This firm employs people who treat their clients with dignity and care. Would recommend friends and family to Shuttleworth Law.

Ed Green 2 months ago

Mr. Shuttleworth is very knowledgeable. He gave me some good insight, and a better understanding about my case. He was very sincere and calming. He assured me that he will do what he can to help me. I would certainly recommend Brad Shuttleworth and his team.

Shelby Koehler 2 months ago

This firm exceeded every expectation I had. Their attention to detail, clear communication, and relentless commitment to my case made all the difference. From the first consultation to the final resolution, the team was professional, prepared, and proactive.
What stood out most was their ability to anticipate challenges and address them before they became problems. They consistently went the extra mile to ensure the best possible outcome, and it was clear that they genuinely cared about the result.
I highly recommend this firm to anyone seeking legal representation. They don’t just handle cases—they advocate with integrity, expertise, and dedication.