West Chester Criminal Defense Blog

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | October 18, 2019 | DUI

At DiCindio Law, we receive many questions from people about DUI charges in Pennsylvania. To help you gain some answers to the questions that you might have, we have compiled the following list of the most frequently asked questions that we regularly receive. If I… read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | October 15, 2019 | DUI

While a charge of driving under the influence is a common offense, it is also very serious in Pennsylvania. Driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs places the lives of the drivers and others around them at risk. Depending on your blood-alcohol concentration, criminal record,… read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | October 11, 2019 | Assault

In Pennsylvania, some types of altercations can result in criminal charges for simple assault. A conviction for simple assault can leave you with a criminal record and cause other serious consequences. If you have been charged with simple assault, it is a good idea for… read more

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

In Pennsylvania, murder charges are the most serious types of charges that people might face. If you are accused of murder, you could face up to life in prison or capital punishment, depending on the type of murder you are accused of committing. Because of… read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | September 30, 2019 | Sex Offenses

Technological advances over the past couple of decades have allowed federal and Pennsylvania authorities to expand the techniques that they can use to catch people who participate in sex crimes on the internet involving children. As these sting operations are depicted on television shows such… read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | September 27, 2019 | Criminal Law

 In Pennsylvania, two types of manslaughter are recognized in the law, including voluntary and involuntary manslaughter. While these crimes are criminal homicides, they are less serious than murder charges. If you have been charged with voluntary or involuntary manslaughter, you should talk to Michael DiCindio… read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | September 23, 2019 | Homicide

Criminal homicides in Pennsylvania involve the unlawful deaths of people and are divided into three murder offenses and two manslaughter crimes. Murder charges are found in 18 Pa.C.S. § 2502 and include first-, second-, and third-degree murder. First-degree murder is the most serious murder offense…. read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | September 20, 2019 | Criminal Defense

Luring a child into a structure or a motor vehicle is a serious crime in Pennsylvania and is considered to be a kidnapping offense. If you are convicted of this offense, it can have life-altering negative impacts that continue long after you have completed your… read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | September 16, 2019 | Sexual Offenses

A charge of involuntary deviate sexual intercourse or IDSI is a serious felony offense. If you are facing this type of charge, you are likely feeling scared about your future. It is important for you to understand this offense and to get help from an… read more

ekatherine.stamatis@lawrank.com | September 13, 2019 | Homicide

All homicide offenses in Pennsylvania are serious crimes, including voluntary manslaughter. If you are convicted of voluntary manslaughter, you may face severe consequences. While all homicides are serious, they are not all treated the same. Voluntary manslaughter is a lesser offense than a murder charge,… read more