Criminal Defense

A subpoena is a court order compelling you to testify in a grand jury investigation. Grand jury investigations can happen at the state or federal level, but in either case, grand juries look into matters that could result in criminal…

The U.S. Constitution provides you with numerous foundational rights. One of those is being secure in your person, house, papers, and effects. This protects you against unreasonable searches and seizures under the Fourth Amendment. Your body and property are essentially…

Were you or a loved one arrested in West Conshohocken? As a suburban community in Montgomery County, people in West Conshohocken are still known to encounter police and face charges. While the process is slightly different from larger cities nearby…

Pennsylvania State Troopers practice what’s known as highway interdiction – looking out for drugs along roads and highways. This usually occurs during stops where the trooper has reason to believe that the driver is engaging in illegal activities. While these…

Pennsylvania takes child pornography charges seriously. Both distributors and viewers of sexual material displaying minors face some of the harshest criminal penalties available and the state has little tolerance for sex offenders. The penalties don’t end there. The additional consequences…

DUI testing is a well-established practice in Pennsylvania, but its accuracy has always been up for debate. Instruments need to be properly calibrated and used correctly. Not to mention, any number of factors can influence the results of a DUI…

Being charged with a crime is always concerning. However, your situation could be made worse when you have a professional license to maintain. For instance, when you are a licensed pharmacist in Pennsylvania, a criminal conviction could cost you your…

Most people associate Title IX with sex discrimination and equal opportunity in the education environment, but the law extends to other areas of civil rights. Specifically, it applies to investigations and procedures involving claims of sexual misconduct. Universities, colleges, and…

When your university investigates assault or sexual harassment claims, it must do so according to 20 U.S.C. § 1681(a), also known as Title IX. While usually discussed regarding student-athletes, for colleges to receive federal funding, they must strictly comply with…

Thanks in part to popular podcasts and television series, people are becoming more familiar with the concept of false confessions. Unfortunately, false confessions are a reality in the criminal justice system and can lead to innocent people being convicted and…