Criminal Law

Pennsylvania's laws include statutes of limitations. Statutes of limitations are timelines set for different kinds of cases, both criminal and civil. If a victim of a crime, the state or another

Being charged with any crime can be a life-changing experience. The charge of “theft of services” is not one of the more common charges, so being charged with this particular

Like most other states, Pennsylvania divides criminal charges into categories based on their severity. The most severe crimes are designated as felonies in PA. Below is some information about felonies

Theft by deception in Pennsylvania essentially refers to a scam, otherwise known as a failure to correct a false impression or statement. If someone intentionally lies to obtain or withhold property

Simple assault in Pennsylvania will typically arise from an argument. Whether it’s someone you know or a stranger, you can be charged with this crime if you were the first

A bench warrant in Pennsylvania is a specific type of warrant that can be doled out in either civil or criminal courts. If you’re wondering what they are and how

A criminal record can have long-lasting consequences whether you were convicted or only charged. An expungement erases certain parts of your criminal history so employers and others no longer see

Receiving stolen property in Pennsylvania is a special type of theft charge. This charge alleges that you knew or should have known the property you received was stolen. Since the

In Pennsylvania, criminal mischief charges cover most offenses related to damaging someone else's property. The severity of the charge depends on the exact intent and the amount of damage done.