Robbery is a violent crime, which means it is always charged as a felony in Pennsylvania and the penalties are harsh. In order to prove robbery charges beyond a reasonable doubt, prosecutors must prove that the defendant used force or the threat of force to commit...
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How do courts divide up military pensions during a divorce?
If you have served in any branch of the Armed Forces for the requisite number of years, you have earned the security of a military pension. That pension is the result of years of hard work, discipline and dedication. If you have an impending divorce, you may be...
Can fathers gain an edge for shared custody?
Fathers and mothers have equal legal rights to custody during the divorce process in Pennsylvania. Until the judge makes a ruling for the custody, both parents have the right to determine where their children reside and any other issues that might crop up. Encouraging...
Are DUI checkpoints legal?
To catch drunk drivers in Pennsylvania, some law enforcement officials will set up a DUI checkpoint and stop every driver who passes through that area. As a result, the police can stop just as many sober drivers as intoxicated ones. Since police don't seem to have...
Which assets will I get to keep after my divorce is final?
You might feel like all your assets are up in the air as you go through a divorce. But finding out how they will be divvyed up in court may give you peace of mind. The divorce property division process in Pennsylvania is based on an equitable distribution model. Which...
The penalties for a DUI conviction in Pennsylvania
If you have been charged with drinking and driving, the decisions you make regarding your case could have profound consequences for your freedom, your record, your independence and your reputation. Before you plead guilty to a DUI charge, you should know the potential...