West Chester Criminal Defense Blog

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | February 3, 2020 | Criminal Law

Being charged with a crime in Pennsylvania can be overwhelming and scary. People who have been charged with their first criminal offenses may feel bewildered by the process and not know what to expect. All states, including Pennsylvania, have rules in place that govern how… read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | January 31, 2020 | Criminal Law

Having a criminal conviction on your record can negatively impact your life long after you have discharged your sentence. Even having an arrest without a conviction on your record can cause problems. Thankfully, many types of less serious criminal convictions can be expunged in Pennsylvania…. read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | January 27, 2020 | Sex Offenses

If you have been charged with a sex offense in West Chester, PA, you may be required to register as a sex offender if you are convicted. A registered sex offender is someone who has been convicted of a criminal sexual act that requires registration… read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | January 24, 2020 | Criminal Law

Warrantless searches of homes by the police are generally presumed to be unreasonable. Evidence that is gathered through an unreasonable search will generally be inadmissible in a criminal case. However, there are exceptions to the requirement for a search warrant. One of these exceptions is… read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | January 20, 2020 | Drug DUI

Many people are charged with driving under the influence in Pennsylvania each year. Commonly, people who are charged with DUI offenses do not have previous experience with the criminal justice system or any previous criminal records. There are multiple types of DUI charges in Pennsylvania… read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | January 15, 2020 | DUI

Drunk driving in Pennsylvania is one offense that can lead to a run-in with the law, but what about having an open container in your vehicle? Most states, including Pennsylvania, have open container laws that prohibit drivers and their passengers from drinking or possessing an… read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | January 10, 2020 | DUI

Driving drunk or under the influence of drugs can result in serious consequences, from expensive fines to losing your license. It is important to be educated on what to expect if you are charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI). Here are the top 10… read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | January 6, 2020 | DUI

If you are facing charges for a third DUI offense in Pennsylvania, you likely have an idea of what you are facing. After being charged with two prior DUIs, you understand how strict the DUI laws in Pennsylvania are and are probably concerned about the… read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | December 30, 2019 | Criminal Law

If you are arrested and charged with possession with intent to deliver drugs in Pennsylvania, you should seek legal counsel as soon as possible. A charge of possession with intent to deliver is one of the most serious types of drug crimes. This charge means… read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | December 27, 2019 | Personal Injury

In personal injury lawsuits, the person wronged may claim damages based on their injuries that are caused by an accident for which another party is liable. This injured party is the plaintiff and will bring the suit against the person, persons, or organization that caused… read more