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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Pennsylvania on
Q: Will I be convicted of strangulation if it was self defense and it’s my first ever criminal charge

My mother broke into my room with a butterknife armed with a karate bow staff, attempted to hit me and the girl I was with due to disapproval of the girl, I backed her out of the room she fell back I fell back and continued to fight me so I placed my hand on her neck and then guided her to floor... View More

Mark Aaron Hinrichs
Mark Aaron Hinrichs
answered on Dec 16, 2022

The police can decide to charge any person they reasonably believe to have committed a crime based on the information available and the investigation conducted at the scene of an alleged crime. I would think that the police were more sympathetic towards your mother than you given the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: If I have a warrant in let’s say Pennsylvania but I’m am serving time in Ohio does the fast and speedy trial rule still
Mark Aaron Hinrichs
Mark Aaron Hinrichs
answered on Jan 17, 2023

There may be a potential argument that the Commonwealth isnt acting with due diligence to bring you to trial if they know where you are and don't make any effort to writ you in; however, the law on rule 600a motions is very pro commonwealth and defendant's motions to dismiss are not often granted.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Yesterday I had to make a plea of guilty to a Aggrevated assault but my lawyer didn’t show all the facts what can I do?

Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon? I had to plead guilty cuz otherwise I would’ve been screwd for money. I was protecting myself from 2 men and both who had warrants and. Baseball bats.

Mark Aaron Hinrichs
Mark Aaron Hinrichs
answered on Oct 12, 2022

you need to speak with your attorney. i cant give you advice since you are represented. However, seems that a decision either to plead guilty to the facts as asserted by the Commonwealth or go to trial are the options, and you chose to plead guilty. you will have an opportunity at sentencing to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Pennsylvania on
Q: Aggravated Assault with SBI - How many years incarcerated in PA if found guilty with a gravity score of 1?
Mark Aaron Hinrichs
Mark Aaron Hinrichs
answered on Dec 29, 2021

There isn't enough information to even make a educated guess. Many different circumstances and factors will be considered (or should be) by the Court when fashioning a reasonable sentence. The Court will consider that this is not a guilty plea (as your question points out "found... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: I need a pro Bono criminal defense lawyer or someone who takes payments?

I need a pro Bono lawyer asap please help me

Mark Aaron Hinrichs
Mark Aaron Hinrichs
answered on Nov 21, 2021

You should apply for a public defender in your county or contact the bar association for an attorney that will accept reduced rates. Additionally, you will find that attorneys will sometimes accept payment plans depending on circumstances.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Cannabis & Marijuana Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: I was pulled over in PA with marijuana and paraphernalia. What charges am I facing?

I was pulled over for registration being expired, the cop said he smelled weed and then searched my car after telling me if I don’t consent he would make me wait for a drug unit dog to come in. He found 8grams of weed, .5 grams of wax and some paraphernalia. ( I have me medical card for... View More

Mark Aaron Hinrichs
Mark Aaron Hinrichs
answered on Nov 21, 2021

Likely possession of both marijuana and paraphernalia. Depending on other circumstances, you could be facing additional charges. I suggest retaining an attorney to assist you and ensure any potential pentolites are kept at a minimum.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Juvenile Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: I live in Pennsylvania and my 16 year old son took a bb gun with him to school. Can he get charged.

Someone told the teachers that my son had a bb gun in his locker. Cops were called. Can my son be charged for having a bb gun on school property

Mark Aaron Hinrichs
Mark Aaron Hinrichs
answered on Nov 21, 2021

Yes, a number of things can happen, including being charged with several crimes. i suggest you and your retain counsel immediately and do not speak with the police without an attorney.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: What do I do if my husband is being blamed for a crime he didn't commit?
Mark Aaron Hinrichs
Mark Aaron Hinrichs
answered on Nov 21, 2021

In addition to my colleagues response, he should NOT speak with law enforcement without counsel.

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