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Was asked to get something for co-worker on break and I thought the card that I had used was the co-workers card and put it in my pocket and used it. Ended up that it wasn't my co-workers card after all. Since I was last used by card holder at my place of work they matched up the video... View More 
answered on Nov 24, 2020
It is a felony of the 3rd degree. Maximum is 3.5-7 years. Call a lawyer. The lawyer can call the police officer to see if charges are pending. If they are, a lawyer can make arrangements to turn you in rather than the police coming to arrest you. You need legal representation so start calling... View More
Accidental credit card fraud. I used someone else's credit card to make a purchase. I then tried to make another purchase with card and it didn't work. I tried to use the card again. The screen then said something about card being offline. I used a different card the for the purchase and... View More
answered on Nov 24, 2020
Do NOT speak to the police without a warrant. More information is needed to give you advice. Did you know the person whose credit card it was? If not, you could be charged with felonies, including access device fraud, theft, identity theft. If you knew the person, if they say you did not nave... View More
Can I legally record a motel clerk speaking to me at the front desk in Pennsylvania without getting permission?
answered on Nov 22, 2020
It depends on the laws in Pennsylvania and if this place is considered public. For example, in Florida there is a 2 party consent wire tap law. This means in FL, if you want to audio record an individual, you need their consent. Other states, like Georgia, have a 1 party consent law, which would... View More
answered on Nov 13, 2020
No. Her parents consent is meaningleas as minors are no longer considered chatels. Many a young man has ruined his life based on what you are describing.
I am 45 years old with no record...will i go to prison?
answered on Nov 9, 2020
Hello, I don’t think any attorney will be able to tell you over and Internet question and answer whether or not you will go to jail. What I can tell you is that a felony is a very serious offense and whether you go to jail depends upon many factors including the facts of the case and whether or... View More
i have 2 previous summarry harrasement convictions
answered on Nov 7, 2020
You should do absolutely nothing until you speak with a lawyer who will evaluate your case once he or she has all of the facts. Good luck!
I have been on probation since 2015, I recently got to summary offenses. My probation officer gave me three months house arrest in an extra two years probation. I'm trying to find out if that's legal to do or if I have a chance to fight this.
answered on Oct 26, 2020
It depends on the fact of the case. If you are probation and violate they can sentence you accordingly. Nothing about your initial facts sounds any alarms. Unusual that you would get such a harsh sentence for summary violations. But if you already have been sentenced then you are in the clock... View More
answered on Oct 17, 2020
New York has a legal theory called "constructive possession." Under this legal theory, everyone inside the apartment can be charged with any illegal objects or substances. While the location of the drugs may influence whether the prosecutor chooses to charge you with the crime... View More
My daughter Giana and her friends were hanging out at the park (Penn Treaty Park - near Girard Ave in the Fishtown neighborhood) . According to witnesses, a van pulled up with 4 people getting out - 2 teenage girls, 1 teenage boy & 1 adult female. (there was previous drama over social media... View More
answered on Oct 13, 2020
Consulting with an experienced criminal defense attorney would be your best course of action with respect to defending your daughter. Pressing additional charges against others involved, including the adult, is within discretion of the District Attorney's Office. Good Luck!
He quit without notice and when I asked for my items back he was reluctant to do them even give me grief about when I needed them
answered on Oct 10, 2020
I am not sure I see a question? Yiu could aue him for the items or report it to the police as a theft. The police usually dont like to get involved in business disputes but they might investigate further.
My boyfriend is on probation, so he caught a new charge, and is obviously now sitting in jail on probation violation, and new charges. He has not even been arraigned yet. Is that legal?
answered on Oct 4, 2020
I have to be honest, I am a little cobfused by your question. There are a few conflicts. I will give a general response.
When a person who is on probation geta new charges usually a bench warrant is issued from the department to arrest and detain the person. Almost always the PO puts... View More
The police have told me I would be charged with theft and other citations waiting in mail due to running from police but there is no title for the quad at least in his name and he’s saying I stole it . Could I be charged with theft?
answered on Sep 19, 2020
Sure. They can charge you with theft if they have probable cause to believe that you took the vehicle without permission. Your flight could also be used against you as "consciousness of guilt." I am confused by yiur question about title... are you saying they stild the vehicle??... View More
answered on Sep 18, 2020
Depends on what you mean by "doesnt have a title." Importantly, unless they are a police offixer they cant charge you with a crime, they can accuse you and the police can charge you. This is an important distinction because they are just witnesses in the case. Most people who are... View More
Pictures taken and placed on facebook of my mom in casket
answered on Sep 18, 2020
Call the police. Outside of that you can petition the DA to charge the matter. You, as a non lae enforcement entity cannot "press" charges on someone. Call the police or oerhaps talk to a civil attorney about suing them.
wants to press charges, what rights does my 16 year old have at this point t
answered on Sep 10, 2020
The right to remain silent, the right to an attorney, if he cant afford one one will be provided. As he is a juvenile they are often routed to the public defender's office. He has the right to a trial where he can assert potential defenses (abandoned property and possibly others) and all of... View More
answered on Sep 2, 2020
Means you still owe money. So in lieu of continuing to supervise you they referred your case to a collections agency. Can damage your credit and if you dont pay they can move to hold you in contempt but you wont have a PO looking over your shoulder.
Our order is Title 18 Pa. C.S.A. 2709. We both are actors at the same theatre. Can we still both attend and act at this theatre?
answered on Sep 1, 2020
I am not sure how. No contact, as a condition of bail or otherwise means that if either of you did the other could report you. If its a condition of bail it could lead to bail being revoked. If its an order of court one or both could be held in contempt.
would like to upload documents
answered on Aug 20, 2020
The best thing to do is call experienced criminal defense attorneys and get a consultation. Most lawyers, including myself, give free consults over the phone, so start calling around! Good luck
Even though I only allowed one email to be forwarded, when he took my phone to put his email in he forwarded himself the whole conversation without my permission and without a warrent. Will that hold up in court. My worry is they will say I allowed all emails to be sent which is not true because... View More
answered on Aug 8, 2020
Yes. Anything can be used against you. Do not speak with police without speaking with a lawyer.
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