As a Board-Certified Specialist in State and Federal Criminal Law, I have spent decades honing my skills as a criminal defense attorney, becoming a fixture in the courts and developing an understanding of the judges so that I understand how they will consider a case. ...
I began my professional life as a prosecutor, and since 2000 I have served exclusively as a defense lawyer. I know the local courts. I know the law — thoroughly. I know when to negotiate with opposing counsel, and when a better outcome can be produced through a vigorous defense in ...
there to protect you, even if you have been charged with drug offenses. Your right to representation and due process means you have the right to an attorney. A lawyer who is well-versed in possession laws and drug trafficking laws understands the way courts work and may reduce your charges...
Some Courts, like Bucks County, follow general guidelines for how they will determine this issue. Bucks County, for example, will often follow a general “rule of thumb” of awarding 1 year of total support (total time of Spousal Support/APL and alimony together) for every 3 years of ...
Section 3491 of Revised Statutes gives jurisdiction to United States District Courts to hear and determine such suits; and provides that they may be brought and carried on by any person, as well for himself as for the United States.
courts have held that, when the Township’s Board of Supervisors allows a certain use in a certain zone by special exception, that constitutes a recognition by the Supervisors that the use in general is a lawful use and is appropriate in the zone, subject only to the specific applicant ...
ticket, and it may be longer in some busier courts. This is why it is important to request it as soon as you get your trial date. If you don’t request disclosure until just before the court date, you will very likely have to come back to court again, costing you more time and ...
Courts can also consider the efforts an unemployed parent takes to look to for a new job and whether they have tried to find other ways to earn money to temporarily increase their income so they can provide the financial support their child needs. If the court determines it would be unfair...
If you committed the violation and have a history of serious crimes or repeated violations, we may be able to request the courts offer an alternative to jail time. While this is not always successful, we can often present a strong enough case to show that incarceration would hurt your chance...
possibility of criminal record expungement, a criminal defense lawyer from McKenzie Law Firm, P.C. can help. Our lead attorney,David McKenzie, is a former prosecutor who understands the innerworkings of the state courts. We will evaluate your case for free and let you know how we can help...