Fraud makes up many different types of crimes – from the simple forging of checks to complicated and technical wire or internet fraud. It is one of the most common
A terroristic threat is when someone threatens to commit a violent act with the aim to scare another person. This could be a bomb threat, a death threat, or even
In Pennsylvania, there are no distinct statutes for assault and battery. While many people may use the legal terms assault and battery interchangeably, it is important to note that they
In Pennsylvania, several types of murder charges can be filed: murder in the first, second, and third degree; voluntary and involuntary manslaughter; homicide by vehicle; homicide by drug delivery; homicide
While only a person selling sex for money can be guilty of prostitution, there are several other offenses in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania that qualify as offenses under the statute.
Credit card fraud is a federal fraud crime, which carries serious penalties. Penalties for this type of fraud can include fines up to $10,000 and imprisonment of up to 10
What is RICO? Description of RICO Act (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act) RICO is part of the U.S. federal government’s Organized Crime Act of 1970. The purpose of RICO
In Pennsylvania, a person can be found guilty of public intoxication if they are in any public place while clearly under the influence of alcohol. That is, they are drunk
In order to be convicted of ‘vehicular homicide’ or DUI homicide, you MUST be found guilty of the DUI. There are three elements to the crime of DUI homicide and
Internet crimes in Pennsylvania carry serious prison sentences and hefty fines, and you may even end up on the sex offender registry. Our Pittsburgh criminal defense lawyers outline some of
