Pennsylvania Arrest Information Lawyers

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What Is An Arrest Warrant?
A warrant is a judge issued document that authorizes the police to conduct a search, a seizure, arrest someone or carry out a court-ordered judgment.
A Warrant Has Been Issued For My Arrest, What Does This Mean?
If you have a warrant out for your arrest, this means a judge has issued an order allowing law enforcement to take you into custody.
What Happens If I Am Arrested?
After you have been arrested, there are certain timeframes and procedures that the prosecution and the court must follow. Usually, the police will advise you of your Miranda rights (the … more

What Comes Next After the Arrest?
Have you been arrested for a crime or are you a suspect in a crime? The criminal justice process varies from state to state, and the federal criminal justice system has its own rules, procedures, and terms for processing those accused of federal crimes. However, in many cases, the following outlines the general process involved when you are charged with a crime. Grand Jury … more
Miranda Rights: The Who, What, Where, When and Why
“You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law….” And, so begins many police dramas and legal novels. Some fans of police dramas believe that a police officer needs to provide every person whom they stop or with whom they speak their Miranda rights. However, that is not accurate. The Supreme … more

Private Criminal Complaint
This form should be used by a citizen that requests that criminal charges be brought against a named defendant. This form must be approved by the … more
Private Criminal Complaint (Eerie County)
This form should be used by a private citizen to file a criminal complaint against a defendant. This form will allow the complainant to describe … more